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crackling

[krak-ling, -luhn] / ˈkræk lɪŋ, -lən /
ADJECTIVE
crunchy
Synonyms


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Steak leans into its vintage charm with dark lighting, a crackling fireplace and a distinctly romantic atmosphere.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

A former Tennessee star, Lawson brings Summitt’s brand crackling intensity to Duke, a mindset that she’s said calls for supreme confidence, chasing excellence and holding oneself to an all-around standard of success.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

In between shoots, she drank tea made from boiled snow and pine needles, and warmed her feet by a crackling fire.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

But amid all that crackling electricity, everything around Marty begins to blur.

From Salon • Dec. 25, 2025

She stared up wildly at the branches crackling around the boat.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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