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flaky

[fley-kee] / ˈfleɪ ki /


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French bakeries sold crusty baguettes and flaky croissants with government backing Friday, defying labour unions arguing that May 1 should remain a day of compulsory rest.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

French bakeries sold crusty baguettes and flaky croissants with government backing Friday, defying labour unions arguing that May 1 should remain a sacred day of compulsory rest.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

But this flaky team have since suffered a series of damaging losses, including a 2-1 home defeat by in-form Bournemouth last week.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

The dry-aged grilled branzino was flaky and beautifully cooked, but the standout was the chicken al pastor, served with a fresh pineapple salad and pineapple butter—bright, savory, and just a little indulgent.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

Ma cut large slices of flaky white fish, without one bone, for Laura and Mary.

From "Little House in the Big Woods" by Laura Ingalls Wilder




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