creaky
Example Sentences
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Newcastle were carving open the creaky Qarabag defence at will and their barrage brought a third goal in the 32nd minute.
From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026
Each forehand slice from the Spaniard was another test of creaky hips, ankles, and knees.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026
I remember walking up the creaky stairs of the house to our room and feeling like I was walking somewhere with high elevation.
From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025
Amanda, 62, said: "We're the fossils now and we want the chance to make some memories of our own before we get too creaky."
From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025
When he spoke, his voice was very slow and creaky.
From "James and the Giant Peach" by Roald Dahl
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.