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

It adds gentle richness and, crucially, a plush but defined crumb — one that feels almost cushioned, yet precise.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

"For me and for Riva-Mae, we tend to get stomach aches and digestive issues if we even eat a crumb of gluten. My son would be physically sick," she said.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

It’s close to nine o’clock, and I can sense I’m not getting a single crumb of that cake.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak