crunch

Example Sentences

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"I am hoping to graduate in December. And so, yeah, I'm definitely in a crunch right now. I do not have a good plan yet," McMillan told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

None of that is to say USC is immune to the coming financial crunch in college sports.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The supply crunch could lead to shortages of water and soda bottles in the U.S. in summer, when demand peaks, says Roberto Ribeiro of Chemical Market Analytics.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

For under $5, I would strongly recommend a box of Turbinado sugar, which retains some of its natural molasses and gives desserts this deeply satisfying crystalline crunch.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

As Tiller reached up, he heard a thunk, thunk, followed by a sharp crack, followed by a long whoosh and crunch and a voice shouting, “Tim-berrr!”

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech