Example Sentences

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Squeaking in as the seventh or eighth seed shouldn’t make a difference, but many fans would rather not take that chance.

From Washington Times • Dec. 19, 2018

Squeaking in at just under $100, the Timex Ironman GPS is a marvel of simplicity, giving you the bare necessities and nothing more.

From Slate • May 11, 2018

Squeaking with enthusiasm, Campy keeps a chatter of encouragement flowing back to the pitcher.

From Time Magazine Archive

Squeaking in by a vote of 229 to 218 was the Rev. William H. McCorkle, 61, a onetime insurance man who gave up policy pushing for "higher life insurance."

From Time Magazine Archive

Squeaking chairs and. shuffling shoes broke the anxious silence.

From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen