The term 'SOME FLAKES' can be broken down into four crossword solutions: BRAN (4 letters), ASHES (5 letters), CEREAL (6 letters), and SNOW (4 letters). BRAN is a type of CEREAL made from the outer layers of wheat or other grains. ASHES are the remains of something that has been burned. CEREAL is a type of food made from grains such as wheat, oats, or corn. SNOW is a type of frozen precipitation that falls from the sky. SOAP (4 letters) is a cleansing agent made from fats and oils.