cracking
Example Sentences
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I described it as a relay race: We start with democracy and Piggy, then comes cracking of civility and Jack, then chaos with Simon, and finally war with Ralph.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Ministers are attempting to crack on, in fact revelling in cracking on, with what they think they are there to do, delivering policies and, they hope, helping people, rather than tearing themselves apart.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
“It doesn’t have the refined refreshing taste with a subtle buzz that I get after cracking open a chilled can of Diet Coke.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Elon Musk's X has committed to cracking down on illegal content to protect UK users, Britain's media regulator said Friday, as it steps up pressure on social media platforms.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
The dried mud was cracking on her cheeks.
From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth
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