"Crunched" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The word "crunched" is a verb that means to press or squash something down so hard that it breaks or becomes flat, typically using one's hands or a machine. It can also be used figuratively to describe a complex or difficult situation that has been solved or simplified. For example: "The chef crunched the garlic to release its flavor."
To make a sharp, decisive sound by pressing or biting down on something with force, especially to eat food that is hard or crispy, such as a crunchy snack.