cracking vs tremble

cracking

noun
  • The production of a crack sound. 

  • The formation of cracks on a surface. 

  • The thermal decomposition of a substance, especially that of crude petroleum in order to produce petrol / gasoline. 

adv
  • Very, usually associated with praise. 

adj
  • Enjoyable. 

  • That cracks; that produces a sharp sound as of something splitting or breaking. 

  • Great. 

tremble

noun
  • A shake, quiver, or vibration. 

verb
  • To shake, quiver, or vibrate. 

  • To fear; to be afraid. 

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