as in nerve
shameless boldness
the grandchildren had the crust to ask for more money after wasting the first handout
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Recent Examples of crust
Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
Connie's Cheese Pizzas were recalled on December 13, after their thin crust product were found to have plastic inside.
—Theo Burman, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
In addition to a crispy crust, the patties provide the perfect guide for cutting the casserole into portions.
—Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 7 Jan. 2025
Underneath the crust is the mantle, an 1,800-mile-thick layer of semisolid silicate materials ranging in temperature from 1,800 degrees to 6,700 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Does this mean our Charlotte pizzerias serving cauliflower crusts are embracing a mainstay at this point?
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
Connie's Cheese Pizzas were recalled on December 13, after their thin crust product were found to have plastic inside.
—Theo Burman, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
In addition to a crispy crust, the patties provide the perfect guide for cutting the casserole into portions.
—Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 7 Jan. 2025
Underneath the crust is the mantle, an 1,800-mile-thick layer of semisolid silicate materials ranging in temperature from 1,800 degrees to 6,700 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crust
Noun
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But the December consumer price index, released Wednesday, likely helped soothe some of those nerves.—
Rocio Fabbro,
Quartz,
17 Jan. 2025
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The occipital nerves are located here and extend up the back of your head.—
Sarah Bradley,
Health,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Every two years or so, the entire structure is caked with a fresh layer of banco: a muddy mixture of water, soil, and straw that dries in open air.—
Guy Peterson,
The Christian Science Monitor,
17 Jan. 2025
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These affordable picks offer everything from full-coverage matte to low-key glow, all while defying creasing, caking, and flaking.—
Angela Trakoshis,
Allure,
14 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Our study also identified other risks, including low blood pressure, sleep problems, headaches, formation of kidney stones, and gall bladder disease and diseases associated with the bile ducts.—
Ziyad Al-Aly,
The Conversation,
22 Jan. 2025
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Coordinators have rarely had the gall to try to run it in those spots, but the Lions did and scored.—
Alec Lewis,
The Athletic,
1 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In the Mecklenburg County jail, he was accused of assaulting guards, breaking sprinklers, and smearing feces on his cell walls.—
Kallie Cox,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Jan. 2025
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The peanut pesto smearing the fish hits all the flavor notes: umami from the fish sauce, caramelly sweetness from the brown sugar, and brightness from the lime juice.—
Megan Zhang,
Saveur,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Trump’s Comments About The Panama Canal Trump remarked that the United States should regain control of the Panama Canal, a statement that evoked arrogance and colonialism in the past.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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The historical 'attitude' (arrogance) in his acting has fueled MAGA, and his endorsements of Trump are undeniably overbearing and irrational.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Choose plain raisins: Raisins coated in chocolate, yogurt, or other flavorings contain significantly more calories and sugar than plain raisins.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
15 Jan. 2025
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As Southern California continues to grapple with devastating wildfires, remnants of a massive winter storm will coat regions across the Mid-Atlantic with more snow before exiting Saturday morning.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
11 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Some were living off emergency food supplies — powdered peanut butter and apple sauce, said BJ Thorn, whose son defended their home with a garden hose.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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The vodka sauce recipe calls for an entire cup of vodka.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
16 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Additional accent stones are encrusted into each side of the band to create a majestic-looking piece that sparkles in the sunlight.—
Theresa Holland,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2023
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The statement jewelry also supported a large coin pendant, which was encrusted in a plate of diamonds and emeralds.—
Chelsey Sanchez,
Harper's BAZAAR,
9 June 2023
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“Crust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crust. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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