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Vocabulary Entry
crunch
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A loud muffled sound made when something is pressed, crushed, or chewed.
Example Sentences
"The crunch of the leaves underfoot signaled the arrival of autumn."
"He enjoyed the satisfying crunch of the potato chips."
"There was a distinct crunch when she bit into the apple."
V
verb
To make a loud muffled sound as something is pressed, crushed, or chewed.
Example Sentences
"I like to crunch on ice when I finish my drink."
"The dog began to crunch on its bone happily."
"He crunched the numbers and realized they were not in his favor."