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crumbly

1 of 1adjective
/ˈkrʌmbli/
Forms:more crumbly,most crumbly
1

easily breaking into small pieces when pressed

C2
  • The crumbly texture of the cookie made it perfect for dipping into milk.
  • The old book's pages were crumbly and fragile, threatening to disintegrate with each turn.
  • The soil in the garden was crumbly and dry, indicating a need for water and nutrients.
  • The cheese was deliciously crumbly, with a sharp flavor that melted in the mouth.
  • The walls of the ancient ruins were crumbly and weathered, bearing the scars of centuries of erosion.
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