as in nerve
shameless boldness
the grandchildren had the crust to ask for more money after wasting the first handout
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Recent Examples of crust
Laura Schober, Health, 29 Jan. 2025
Get The Recipe 13 of 25 Roast Rack Of Lamb
Panko, Parmesan, and parsley form a gorgeous and flavorful crust on this easy roasted lamb rack.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2025
The smell of the butter making a crunchy crust on the dough immediately drew the attention of our other co-workers, and soon almost everyone was enjoying the traditional South American dish.
—Tania Navarro, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
In 1995, the musician appeared in an ad campaign for the company to promote Pizza Hut’s then-new stuffed crust.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
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Noun
This causes a harmless crust to form, which is noticeable upon waking.
—Laura Schober, Health, 29 Jan. 2025
Get The Recipe 13 of 25 Roast Rack Of Lamb
Panko, Parmesan, and parsley form a gorgeous and flavorful crust on this easy roasted lamb rack.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2025
The smell of the butter making a crunchy crust on the dough immediately drew the attention of our other co-workers, and soon almost everyone was enjoying the traditional South American dish.
—Tania Navarro, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
In 1995, the musician appeared in an ad campaign for the company to promote Pizza Hut’s then-new stuffed crust.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for crust
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crust
Noun
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Lisa discussed her mix of nerves and excitement ahead of her acting debut in an October interview with Rolling Stone, along with her eagerness to pursue a new art form.—
Kalia Richardson,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2025
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Unfortunately, the antitoxin can’t correct existing nerve damage, and long-term effects could persist for months, Madan tells USA TODAY.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA TODAY,
9 Feb. 2025
Verb
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As the offensive unfolds, a British Army hospital at Pompeii, the closest large medical facility to the action, is flooded with casualties— soldiers caked in mud and blood, some in shock, others missing limbs.—
Catherine Musemeche,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 Feb. 2025
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Be sure to remove all ice, salt, and caked snow from your pet’s paws and coat.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Our study also identified other risks, including low blood pressure, sleep problems, headaches, formation of kidney stones, and gall bladder disease and diseases associated with the bile ducts.—
Ziyad Al-Aly,
The Conversation,
22 Jan. 2025
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Coordinators have rarely had the gall to try to run it in those spots, but the Lions did and scored.—
Alec Lewis,
The Athletic,
1 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Nevertheless, Trump made attacking trans athletes a major issue on the campaign trail, even smearing Olympic gold medalist boxer Imane Khelif, a cis woman, as an abusive trans woman days before the November 2024 election.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them,
7 Feb. 2025
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Presently, my then-one-year-old son toddled into the room and proceeded to smear his sticky hands all over the walls of our den.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
6 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The guy the American masses met in 2009 had already worked out a sound, approaching the sad-robot pop of Ye’s 808s & Heartbreak from the chilly arrogance of boardroom Jay. Hip-hop heads didn’t always respect the swing of the pendulum, though.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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Sheer arrogance, headed straight for the trash can, unopened.—
Ticked Off,
Orlando Sentinel,
2 Feb. 2025
Verb
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When all of the shrimp are coated, place the baking sheet into the fridge and let the shrimp chill for 15 minutes.—
Katie Workman,
Twin Cities,
3 Feb. 2025
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In some cases, products that have plastic enclosures coated with flame retardants may be able to achieve similar fire ratings by replacing the plastic with less flammable metal.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
30 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Over at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House, guests can enjoy Crab Cakes & Sea Scallops over a bed of mixed greens and topped with a remoulade sauce for $38 and Braised Short Ribs served over mushroom risotto for $42.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2025
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Each pack includes wings with dipping sauces, your choice of sides, gallon-sized beverages and dessert to round out the feast.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Additional accent stones are encrusted into each side of the band to create a majestic-looking piece that sparkles in the sunlight.—
Theresa Holland,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2023
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The statement jewelry also supported a large coin pendant, which was encrusted in a plate of diamonds and emeralds.—
Chelsey Sanchez,
Harper's BAZAAR,
9 June 2023
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“Crust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crust. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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