cracked

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It’s a cracked mirror, with each fragment revealing a different, distorted image of the human psyche — and it’s really funny, too.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

The intricate patterns and iconic brick walls that once defined the kitchen have fallen into disrepair - plaster peeling from cracked walls and sections of the floor beginning to cave in.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Turn right, as the map tells you to do, and you’ll encounter decaying sidewalks, with cracked and buckled concrete that turns a modest uphill walk into an obstacle course.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

The war hasn’t cracked air-travel demand yet, Delta Air Lines Chief Executive Ed Bastian told analysts at the JPMorgan Industrials Conference Tuesday morning, sending shares of airline stocks rebounding from a recent decline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

“Star-flight isn’t all it’s cracked up to be,” Llewelyn chimed in.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova