Word Finder - flaky

definition

Consisting of flakes or of small, loose masses; lying, or cleaving off, in flakes or layers; flakelike.

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(of a person) Unreliable; likely to make plans with others but then abandon those plans.

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(of a thing) Unreliable; working only on an intermittent basis; likely to malfunction.

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I cannot enjoy the online game because of my flaky Internet connection.

Toby would make an awesome older brother, she realized, unlike her flaky sister.

It all just seemed to weird, too flaky.

While breads and cakes require a certain elasticity that is hard to duplicate without wheat, pie crust can be crumbly and flaky and still absolutely delicious.

There 's us teetering around on severely shortened lengths of flaky drainpipe.

Contact dermatitis appears red and flat, and the skin may begin to peel or become flaky.

This condition is surprisingly common, and manifests as an itchy, flaky scalp.

By keeping the scalp lubricated, the dry, flaky conditions associated with dandruff are reduced.

In order to make the pie crust even more tender and flaky, we will be using apple cider vinegar.

Many hair care lines are aware of the fact that consumers may have scalp issues, and so these lines will carry products specific to flaky or irritable scalps.

If you're suffering from an itchy, flaky scalp, Nexxus dandruff shampoo can come to your rescue.

He or she can prescribe stronger shampoos or other treatments to rid you of your itchy, flaky scalp forever.

It's designed for dandruff control that handles the dry, flaky dandruff (seborrhea sicca) as well as oily dandruff (seborrhea oleosa).

If the scalp is dry and flaky, hair follicles can clog, which can stunt growth.

If you get a reputation for being flaky and unreliable, it's going to be very difficult to find work.

This ability makes Libra appear flaky to the steadfast bull who has his feet firmly planted in the ground.

You want to avoid getting scabs or flaky skin.

In its basic form, you can expect to find a lovely pairing of flaky pastry crust and soft, melted cheese.

This pâte feuilletée recipe is a challenging choice that yields a pastry that is buttery and rich, yet light and flaky when done correctly.

Vitamin A is an antioxidant that protects your skin from free radicals and helps prevent dry, flaky skin.

Even though your skin is far from dry, it is important you use a gentle cleanser to prevent your glands from taking a dramatic turn for the other extreme, leaving you parched and flaky.

If you are prone to dry, flaky skin, regular application of lemon juice can worsen it considerably.

People whose skin tends to look ashy or flaky could benefit from Revlon Dry Skin Relief Moisture Lotion.

Tretinoin, for example, commonly known as Retin-A, often results in worse acne, as well as photosensitivity, excessive redness and flaky skin.

Along with general dryness, the skin may feel worse than it usually would, resulting in cracked or flaky patches and even outbreaks of eczema, in some cases.

Harsh scrubs can leave your skin feeling flaky or red.

If you treat a normal or dry area with creams or exfoliates for oily skin, they may become dry and flaky.

I am finding these flaky scabs around his neck and shoulder and on the leg and one on the groin area.

It is rare in a wild state, but occurs in the Tyrol and Italy, amid shattered fragments of rock, and sometimes in flaky rocks without soil.

Also known as pig fat, lard can be used to make flaky biscuits and pie crusts.

That means you can get the same flaky pastry you've always had without any of the health risks of trans fats and without harming animals.

It gives a fluffy, flaky consistency that is the hallmark of good homemade baked goods.

Limiting babies' exposure to such substances can help keep skin allergies at bay, as well as common childhood skin conditions like cradle cap, diaper rash and dry flaky skin.

As it fades, it turns a brownish color and eventually the affected skin becomes dry and flaky.

The well-defined, flaky sores can be dry and scaly or moist and crusty.

In turn, these little pockets of fat will, as the piecrust cooks, create the flaky layers that make the difference between a passable pie and a great and delightful pie.

The symptoms of sweet itch include severe pruritus [itching ], hair loss, skin thickening and flaky dandruff.

Cradle Cap Treatment Shampoo Cradle cap is a form of seborrhoeic dermatitis, which can cause a dry, flaky, itchy scalp.

Got sick of my DSL modem... My DSL modem has always been somewhat flaky.

In fact, in robotic terms, Hengie was growing a little flaky.

The low unemployment Ace refers to is being sustained by this very flaky marginal demand.

They would twist and crack, and their surfaces would become flaky.

Body shop cocoa butter as it makes your tan shine and you don't get flaky.

To conservatives especially, the very terms seem flaky.

Trust me, you don't want to make flaky pastry, very tedious.

It's also great for flaky, itchy scalp.

I have very dry, tight skin - not flaky - just tight.

While this cosmetic trend works well on a majority of skin types, those with dry or flaky skin should steer clear.

As with almost all pressed powders, it could give a cakey appearance when applied to dry, flaky skin.

I'm not normally a fan of Cover Girl mascaras; I find them dry, flaky, and overall a clumpy disappointment.

Those with flaky or very dry skin may find that the makeup settles or adheres to dry areas.