How to Use crumb in a Sentence

crumb

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  • He swept the crumbs from under the table.
  • Firmly press the rest of the loose crumbs against the bottom.
    — Genevieve Ko, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Nov. 2023
  • Sweeney served a smokey eye on the carpet and left nary a crumb.
    — ELLE, 4 May 2022
  • Large egg: Helps bind the dough and creates a light crumb.
    — Joy Howard, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2023
  • Thanks to oil and honey in the batter, the crumb is soft and cakelike.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 10 Sep. 2022
  • Keep in Mind: The tufting on the seat will collect crumbs and fur.
    — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2023
  • Use the broom or a long rod to beat the rug to free any leftover dirt, dust, or crumbs. 2.
    — Alyssa Longobucco, House Beautiful, 9 May 2023
  • This leaves the yeast free to lighten the buttery dough to a melting, airy crumb.
    — Ruby Tandoh, The New Yorker, 7 Aug. 2022
  • Sour cream can be swapped for the yogurt and will give you a finer crumb.
    — Genevieve Ko, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2024
  • The air beaten into the egg whites make the crumb of the cake very delicate and airy.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2024
  • Hollow out each piece by tearing out most of the soft crumb in the middle.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 27 Dec. 2022
  • Inside, the crumb is fluffy and delicate with a slight tang.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2023
  • The oven rack and crumb tray need to be cleaned by hand, while the pan and basket are dishwasher safe.
    — Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2023
  • Make the crust: Put graham crackers in a zip-top bag and roll, bash, or crash your way to a bag of crumbs.
    — Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2023
  • The second crumb was a letter Lewis sent a few weeks later.
    — Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2022
  • The bread crumbs can be made up to three days ahead and stored in an airtight container.
    — Julie Giuffrida, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2023
  • All-purpose flour: This provides the bulk of the cake and lends itself to a tender but firm crumb.
    — Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2023
  • As a general rule, make sure to wipe away any excess crumbs or bits of bread in the back and in the corners.
    — Laura Denby, Peoplemag, 2 May 2023
  • When food news breaks, Nightcap is here for every last morsel and crumb.
    — Allison Morrow, CNN, 17 Aug. 2022
  • Press crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and at least an inch up the sides of the prepared pan.
    — Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2024
  • Remove any crumbs using a small brush or toothpick, and allow the unit to dry.
    — Dwyer Frame, Peoplemag, 9 Mar. 2023
  • How does growing the pie help if most people wind up scrambling for crumbs?
    — David Marchese David Marchese, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2023
  • Add cookies and nuts to bowl of a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs.
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 10 Mar. 2023
  • The vacuum’s 20 volts of power snatch up dust, dirt, crumbs, and more from hard floors and carpets.
    — Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2024
  • This bread recipe bakes up with an olive-oil-crisp crust and a gloriously open crumb.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appétit, 15 Mar. 2024
  • It’s equipped with strong suction and three brushes to clean everything from dust and dirt to pet hair and crumbs.
    — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 19 July 2023
  • The vacuum’s 16 volts of power suck up dirt, dust, crumbs, pet hair, and more from carpets and hard floors.
    — Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Rub the butter into the mixture with your fingers until no longer floury and crumbs form.
    — The View, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2023
  • Before long, the once-debonair man of fashion feels grateful for the least crumb of affection.
    — Michael Dirda, Washington Post, 3 Nov. 2022
  • With a shiny, golden, crackly crust and a soft but chewy crumb, the baguette, baked on the premises, holds up to its luscious fillings.
    — Hannah Goldfield, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2022

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