crusty
Example Sentences
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You can also use ground chia seeds if you prefer your crusty layer to have a less coarse texture.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026
There is no proven link between the "uniquely colourful and crusty" speeches of former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte and the murders he is accused of, his defence lawyer told the International Criminal Court on Thursday.
From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026
Matijevich recommends enjoying bowls of clam chowder with your favorite crusty bread, like focaccia or toasted slices of baguette.
From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026
Fischbach wrote, directed, edited and starred as the main character who is mostly alone on-screen inside the crusty submarine.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026
There was a smear of blood from when she'd cut her hand on her bed—and something crusty on the shoulder, probably snot from all that crying.
From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell
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