crepitate

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crepitate
Verb
  • Fireworks to include crackling crown jellyfish, atomic rings, yellow & green sunbursts, strobing lemon cascades and comet fans.
    Kevin Quinitchett, USA Today, 4 July 2025
  • As the countdown begins, the air crackles with anticipation.
    Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Verb
  • The cords have never needed replacing, the mat hasn’t sagged, and the frame doesn’t squeak—even during more intense workouts.
    Jordan Galloway, SELF, 15 July 2025
  • Taylor faced Serrano for the first time in 2022, and though many observers believed Serrano deserved the decision, especially after badly hurting Taylor midway through, Taylor squeaked out the split decision to become the undisputed lightweight champion.
    Josh Katzowitz, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
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“Crepitate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crepitate. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

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