Crumbly and Elastic

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Crumbly adjective - Having a texture that readily breaks into little pieces under pressure.

Usage example: a crumbly shortbread cookie

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Elastic is an antonym for crumbly.

Nearby Words: crumble, crumbling, crumb, crumbled, crumby

Elastic adjective - Able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted.

Usage example: elastic rubber bands

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Crumbly is an antonym for elastic.

Nearby Words: elasticity, elasticated

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