crumpled

Example Sentences

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The affected dormitory had shattered windows, blackened walls and a crumpled corrugated iron roof, an AFP journalist saw.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

As the lava cooled and contracted, it folded and crumpled, producing uneven features known as 'wrinkle ridges'.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

All they found was a crumpled bag of chips.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Some of those attending the much talked about festival, which takes place over two weekends each year in Palm Springs, California, are ditching hastily assembled pop-up tents and crumpled gazebos.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Ella slipped a hand into her mantle pocket, where the crumpled paper lived.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton