crumb

Example Sentences

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Changes in crumb structure also led to denser bread with reduced softness.

From Science Daily • Feb. 8, 2026

It’s when we enjoy slices of birthday cake to our hearts’ content, savoring every single crumb and licking our plates clean of any frosting.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2026

Rob Edwards needs something, anything, to go his way after five defeats from five games and maybe - just maybe! - he will get a crumb of comfort on Saturday.

From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025

While that might be some crumb of comfort for investors, it is still 31% off its record high of $126,273 it hit in early October.

From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025

“Dainty David,” said Mary Poppins with a sniff, as one bird picked up a crumb and dropped it again from its beak.

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers