as in hissing
to make a series of short, sharp noises
The logs crackled in the fire. The leaves crackled under our feet. a crackling fire
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As the debate opened, the Assemblée was rowdy and restless, crackling with the heady feeling of history being made.
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Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
Picture snug chalets, sparkling lights, crackling fire pits and delicious restaurant experiences that blend seasonal flavors with the region’s renowned hospitality.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
As the temperatures drop and the holidays approach, there’s nothing like a crackling fire to make your space feel ultra-cozy and inviting.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
Attendees indulged in hot dogs, hearty chili, Dutch Girl Donuts' famous donut holes, steaming hot chocolate, beer, smooth whiskey, live music, bands, carnival games, crackling bonfires, and more.
—Nour Rahal, Detroit Free Press, 26 Nov. 2024
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Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
Picture snug chalets, sparkling lights, crackling fire pits and delicious restaurant experiences that blend seasonal flavors with the region’s renowned hospitality.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
As the temperatures drop and the holidays approach, there’s nothing like a crackling fire to make your space feel ultra-cozy and inviting.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
Attendees indulged in hot dogs, hearty chili, Dutch Girl Donuts' famous donut holes, steaming hot chocolate, beer, smooth whiskey, live music, bands, carnival games, crackling bonfires, and more.
—Nour Rahal, Detroit Free Press, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Crackling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crackling. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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