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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

crustily

/krʌstɪli/ adverb · British & US
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What does crustily mean?

adverb

In a crusty manner; gruffly or roughly. Used to describe someone who speaks or behaves in a blunt and often irritable way.

Example

"He spoke crustily to the customer, but deep down he was just having a bad day."

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