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flaky
01
(of a person) unreliable, indecisive, or inconsistent in behavior
Slang
Examples
He 's a bit flaky when it comes to making plans; he often cancels at the last minute.
Her flaky attitude made it difficult for the team to trust her with important tasks.
02
having a texture that easily breaks into small, thin layers or pieces
Examples
The croissant had a flaky texture, with each layer delicately separating upon a gentle touch.
The pie crust was perfectly flaky, providing a satisfying crunch with every bite.
2.1
(of skin) characterized by the shedding or peeling of thin layers
Examples
After spending too much time in the sun, her skin became flaky and dry.
The harsh winter weather left his hands feeling flaky and rough.
03
unreliable or prone to failure, often used to describe a device or technology that frequently malfunctions
Examples
The laptop 's flaky battery kept shutting down unexpectedly during important tasks.
She decided to replace her flaky printer after it jammed for the third time that week.
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