1
as in shred
a very small amount
a neglected dog who is desperate for any crumb of affection he might get from strangers
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2
as in speck
a very small piece
eating pretzels in bed got crumbs between the sheets
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3
as in bastard
slang
a person whose behavior is offensive to others
if I ever start behaving as obnoxiously as those crumbs, be sure to give me a good slap on the kisser
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Recent Examples of crumb
After unmolding, gently pat more cherry cookie crumbs on top.
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Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
3 July 2026
But in her concentration, Porsha fumbled her words, which made the Faithfuls, who were desperate for a crumb of evidence so early in the game, suspicious of her sincerity.
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Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
29 June 2026
Scatter butter over top and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 10 pulses.
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ABC News,
29 June 2026
Some Omaha Cakes feature cinnamon sugar or a streusel crumb topping.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2026
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Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
3 July 2026
But in her concentration, Porsha fumbled her words, which made the Faithfuls, who were desperate for a crumb of evidence so early in the game, suspicious of her sincerity.
—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
29 June 2026
Scatter butter over top and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 10 pulses.
—
ABC News,
29 June 2026
Some Omaha Cakes feature cinnamon sugar or a streusel crumb topping.
—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for crumb
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crumb
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Their main flaw is that the protagonists rarely display a shred of agency or activity.
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The rest of the band followed his lead, particularly Green, a relentless head-banger, dropping to her knees to become one with the feedback and leaning back into beatific shred-faces.
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New York State created a Law, for an instant speck of time, going back many decades, in order to wrongfully ‘nab’ me.
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One released a chaff cascade—hell’s own monsoon manifesting as specks of light, sound, and EM pulses falling through the hanging garden.
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For instance, there are glazed pork belly chunks served on crispy tostones, tuna tataki with a jerk-spice rub, and a bright, citrusy conch salad.
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Learn how to cook lionfish ceviche, jerk chicken, and more with a group of like-minded people from all over the world, concluding with an alfresco feast—a true one-of-a-kind connection between strangers.
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News crews, Venezuelan officials and nearby residents were drawn to a remarkable scene that offered a glimmer of hope amid the country’s otherwise dystopian tableau.
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Tuesday's rescue marked another glimmer of hope amid the disaster that has devastated the South American country.
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Light streams through the frosted glass, catching flecks of dust.
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But flecks of green were visible throughout the stadium as Algeria fans made their presence known as well.
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This cot-style find is made of breathable mesh fabric to keep your dog cool, and the steel frame features skid-resistant feet.
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Their dog was found alive, which gave the younger Eliezer Alfonzo hope.
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Use Natural Deterrents From Your Pantry To keep the rodents out of your yard for long periods, Schoenberg recommends sprinkling deterrents like hot cayenne, garlic, apple cider, peppermint, or coffee grounds around your plants and gardens.
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Peppers followed, along with a healthy sprinkling of spices.
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Axiom Materials will test how advanced materials perform against rain, hail, and airborne particles.
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Those particles may have been grinding in the joint, causing mechanical wear on the cobalt-chromium femoral head that released cobalt into the surrounding tissue and bloodstream.
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“Crumb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crumb. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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