Flaky and Pliable

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

Usage example: a tender but flaky crust on the pastry

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Pliable is an antonym for flaky.

Nearby Words: flake, flaked, flaking

Pliable adjective - Able to bend easily without breaking.

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Flaky is an antonym for pliable.

Nearby Words: pliant, pliability, pliably

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