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There was a crack in the sidewalk.
What does Crack mean?
Crack means a narrow break or to make a narrow break.
Dictionary definition
a narrow break in something, or to break something so a line or split appears.
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Crack in a sentence
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Be careful not to crack the glass.
hard
The tiny crack grew wider after water froze inside it.
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What does crack mean?
A crack is a narrow break in something.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to crack?
A crack is a kind of split or narrow break.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses crack correctly?
A cup can have a crack if it is partly broken.
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WordCrack.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningCrack means a narrow break or to make a narrow break.
ExampleExample: There was a crack in the sidewalk.
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Synonyms
Words like Crack
Antonyms
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repairTo fix something that is cracked or broken.
sealTo close an opening or crack.
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Word family
Crack word family
Base word
crack
noun
crack
A narrow break.
verb
cracks
Breaks or splits now or often.
verb
cracked
Broke or split in the past.
verb
cracking
Breaking or splitting now.
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Crack means a narrow break or to make a narrow break.
Common mix-up
Crack is not the same as repair. Crack means crack means a narrow break or to make a narrow break.
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Read this model sentence: Be careful not to crack the glass. Clue words: careful, not, glass. Underline clue words that show why crack fits instead of repair. Now write one new sentence that shows crack without using the word crack. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show crack?
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