cracked

Example Sentences

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The film is lightning in a bottle, magic that only stands to have its smoke dispersed and mirrors cracked by the unnecessary impositions of the dreaded Hollywood sequel.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

“Thank God we listened to his pitch!” she cracked.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Charles showed off his cheeky side when he cracked a number of jokes during the state dinner, which landed well with a receptive audience.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

A mesh of data points reveal how the old model has cracked.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

I turn and see a man in one of the lobby’s cracked leather chairs.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin