How to Use flaky in a Sentence

flaky

adjective
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  • Hold the tail and pick the flaky white meat right off the bones.
    — David A. Brown, Field & Stream, 11 Jan. 2024
  • Serve with flaky salt on the side to suit your taste at the table.
    — Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 1 May 2024
  • Try a taste, and add a pinch of flaky sea salt if desired.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • Top the blondies with flaky sea salt for a salty pop to contrast the sweetness.
    — Emily Nabors Hall, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
  • Some of the pastries are fried, some baked; in either case, the dough is flaky and crunchy.
    — Journal Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2023
  • The fun dessert is made of creamy custard wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust.
    — Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 30 Nov. 2023
  • Broil it, top it with flaky sea salt and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
    — Paul Kita, Men's Health, 29 Aug. 2023
  • Ready to kiss oil, product residue, and a flaky scalp goodbye?
    — Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 22 June 2023
  • The fish was perfect: well-seasoned and crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside.
    — Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 8 Mar. 2024
  • Add a sprinkle of the crumble, flaky salt, black pepper and orange zest to all of the leaves.
    — Gisela Williams, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2024
  • The silver fish with black stripes down its body has long been prized as a sport fish and for its flaky white filets.
    — Katie Shepherd, Washington Post, 2 Dec. 2023
  • Whip up a batch of flaky homemade scones for breakfast.
    — Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2023
  • These biscuits are a nod to her mile-high flaky version.
    — Beth Branch, Country Living, 22 Apr. 2023
  • The rhubarb is an exquisite blend of sweet and tart cradled by a thin, light and flaky crust.
    — Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 18 Feb. 2024
  • There's nothing like starting the day with a slice of quiche with a buttery, flaky piecrust.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Mar. 2023
  • Plus, there’s even some niacinamide in there to help calm and soothe angry, flaky skin.
    — Danielle Cohen, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2024
  • These roasted Brussels sprouts are as crisp and flaky as can be.
    — Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2023
  • The light sprinkle of flaky Maldon salt on the glaze is a nice addition.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 12 July 2023
  • Top the toasted marshmallow with a drizzle of caramel and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2023
  • Drizzle some olive oil over it and finish it with some flaky sea salt.
    — Zoe Denenberg, Bon Appétit, 9 Feb. 2023
  • The result is a pastry that’s crisp and flaky along the top and sides, but also chewy and a little bready in the middle.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2023
  • Sprinkle with the mango, hot pepper, if using, and cilantro; top with the flaky sea salt, to taste; and serve.
    — Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 23 Feb. 2023
  • Unwrap, slice, and serve sprinkled with flaky sea salt.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2023
  • The tortilla is made with sesame oil and has a flaky quality, almost like a paratha.
    — Emma Balter, Chron, 7 Mar. 2023
  • Heat the air fryer to 350 degrees and cook fillets for 8 minutes or until the nuts are browned and the fish is flaky.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 24 Feb. 2024
  • The rich caramel frosting topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt makes for a fancy finish.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2023
  • Or this Kale Caesar that opts for flaky breadcrumbs in lieu of chunky croutons.
    — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 13 Aug. 2023
  • Finish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkling of flaky sea salt and some cranks of black pepper.
    — Odette Williams, WSJ, 17 Feb. 2023
  • Gone are the days of having flaky or cracked lips, even in the middle of winter — and that's worth every penny.
    — Hannah Freedman, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2023
  • Second step: Treating the butter in two different ways is the key to light and flaky scones.
    — America's Test Kitchen, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2023

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