crumb

Example Sentences

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The fact she managed to show fight and take the second set into a tie-break was a clear crumb of comfort.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The natural leavening gives them a lighter, crispier crust and an airy, mildly tangy crumb.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Changes in crumb structure also led to denser bread with reduced softness.

From Science Daily • Feb. 8, 2026

It’s when we enjoy slices of birthday cake to our hearts’ content, savoring every single crumb and licking our plates clean of any frosting.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2026

Her weakened body rejects even the tiniest crumb of bread and drop of water.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein