scrunch

US /skrʌntʃ/
UK /skrʌntʃ/
"scrunch" picture
1.

to make something into a tight ball or shape

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She scrunched up the letter and threw it in the bin.
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He scrunched his face in concentration.
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crumplecrushrumplecreasewrinkle
2.

to make a crunching sound

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The gravel scrunched under his feet as he walked.
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The snow scrunched loudly with every step.
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crunchgrindcracklesquash
1.

a crunching sound

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We heard the scrunch of leaves underfoot.
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crunchgrindcrackle