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croissant

[krwah-sahn, kruh-sahnt] / krwɑˈsɑ̃, krəˈsɑnt /


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Winocour’s filmmaking itself is as steely as a Parisian’s gaze after you order the last croissant à la pâtisserie.

From Salon Jun. 29, 2026

I think it’s safe to say that a math formula written on a sheet of paper is not a conscious entity—just as a croissant recipe is not an edible pastry.

From Slate May 25, 2026

"A monkey broke in the hotel restaurant, climbed down a pole and stole my croissant and omelette," he said.

From BBC Feb. 14, 2026

She also picks out presents for her cousins, including a plush bag shaped like a croissant.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 21, 2025

She sees Kat sitting at that back table of Essential Baking Company, reading and eating an almond croissant, drinking green tea as Annabelle makes complicated coffee drinks for the other customers.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti

The show closes with Ava and Deborah as the best of friends, enjoying croissants while waiting for a train at Paris’ Gare de Lyon.

From Salon May 29, 2026

French bakeries sold crusty baguettes and flaky croissants with government backing Friday, defying labour unions arguing that May 1 should remain a sacred day of compulsory rest.

From Barron's May 1, 2026

It’s a chill coffee shop where croissants are made to order.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 3, 2026

So Radonich made changes, adding more shuttle trips and switching up the morning food offerings, adding things like breakfast burritos and stuffed croissants.

From MarketWatch Feb. 24, 2026

“I can tell you’re already thinking about those chocolate croissants the hotel will have for you in Paris tomorrow,” she said.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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