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crinkle

Pronunciation: [ˈkrɪŋkəl]

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Learn how to use crinkle in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “physical change”

(verb) to make a small, tight fold or bend in something. When you crinkle paper, it gets tiny wrinkles or waves in it. This often happens when you squeeze or crush something.

Example

She crinkled the paper to fit it into her bag.

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He didn't crinkle the newspaper; he kept it flat and smooth.

Example

Can you crinkle the foil to make it easier to shape?

Context: “texture”

(noun) a small fold, bend, or wrinkle in a surface. You might see crinkles in a piece of fabric or paper, and they can make it look interesting or worn.

Example

The dress looked beautiful with its lovely crinkles.

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The fabric was too smooth; there were no crinkles at all.

Example

Do you think the crinkles in the paper add to its charm?

How to pronounce crinkle

Pronunciation: [ˈkrɪŋkəl]

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