The term 'less soggy' can be described by two crossword solutions: 'crispier' (8 letters) and 'DRIER' (5 letters). Crispier is a term used to describe food that has been cooked in such a way that it has a crunchy texture, while DRIER is a term used to describe food that has had its moisture removed. Both terms are used to describe food that is less soggy than it would be if it were not cooked or dried in this way.