crack
Example Sentences
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has sought to project an image of stability, promising that her government won’t crack down on demonstrations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
It began as a crack between two previous repairs, gradually getting deeper and wider as more of the road's surface collapsed and broke away.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
They found that a crack in the compromised tank released the pressure buildup inside the storage unit, which ruled out the possibility of an explosion, and allowed residents to return to their homes.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
But if you can put aside its context and view “The Bride!” as a kitschy Halloween affair, a “Scooby-Doo Meets Frankenstein’s Bride” animated special come to life, it’s almost impossible not to crack a smile.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
‘Watch out for ice holes,’ he warned, watching anxiously as she peered into a crack between two of the tallest fangs of ice.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
