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As gentle electronica played over a crackly speaker, the women laughed and chatted, eventually doing as asked.—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026 In the middle of one dinner, Azumi pulled out a book-sized, off-white oval platter with a crackly glaze.—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026 It’s finished with a crackly sugary glaze that echoes that classic apple-fritter crunch, plus a tangy sour cream icing that sets it apart.—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026 As the day lengthens, and between moves, a little grease imprints each of my pieces—the residue of crackly griot, pikliz, and tostones.—Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crackly