crumple

Example Sentences

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If she was passing out papers, she didn’t crumple mine or throw it on the floor.

From Literature

In the former he proved compellingly contemplative and introspective, while in the latter he established an impressive arc, growing from unleashing unbounded, extroverted dimensions to embodying crumpled dejection.

From The Wall Street Journal

When Chase’s eyes cleared from the flash, he saw his father crumpled beneath the tree.

From Literature

He could walk to Anastasia's room, and if his arms reached far enough—he was pretty certain they would—he could pull all the papers off her desk and crumple them into balls.

From Literature

He dug into his pocket and pulled out a crumpled piece of silver paper.

From Literature