The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word CRINKLE
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What does CRINKLE mean?
CRINKLE noun- A wrinkle, fold, crease or unevenness.
- To fold, crease, crumple, or wad.
- To rustle, as stiff cloth when moved.