as in eccentricity
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Recent Examples of flakiness
So eventually, unspoken frustrations (socks on the floor, too many nights out, a pattern of flakiness) build into resentment, which can leak out in the form of unproductive, passive-aggressive comments or more explosive, potentially hurtful blowups.
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Jenna Ryu, SELF, 24 Jan. 2025
This aspect of making everything on the premises is evident in the samosas, which elsewhere may be purchased in bulk; here their flakiness shows finesse and the fillings are very savory, served with two dipping sauces on the side.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Laneige’s Lip Sleeping Mask is a favorite of actress Sydney Sweeney and PEOPLE writers for its ultra-hydrating formula, which soothes skin and reduces flakiness.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Those dealing with scalp conditions such as psoriasis, folliculitis, or seborrheic dermatitis may experience worsened irritation and visible flakiness that, beyond being visually distracting, can be quite uncomfortable.
—Tayler Adigun, Essence, 9 Oct. 2024
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Jenna Ryu, SELF, 24 Jan. 2025
This aspect of making everything on the premises is evident in the samosas, which elsewhere may be purchased in bulk; here their flakiness shows finesse and the fillings are very savory, served with two dipping sauces on the side.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Laneige’s Lip Sleeping Mask is a favorite of actress Sydney Sweeney and PEOPLE writers for its ultra-hydrating formula, which soothes skin and reduces flakiness.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Those dealing with scalp conditions such as psoriasis, folliculitis, or seborrheic dermatitis may experience worsened irritation and visible flakiness that, beyond being visually distracting, can be quite uncomfortable.
—Tayler Adigun, Essence, 9 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for flakiness
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“Flakiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flakiness. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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