crease

Example Sentences

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Jonah could tell that Chip had already folded and unfolded it many times: the creases were beginning to fray.

From Literature

With Stewart at the crease, the tournament's lowest-ranked side needed 30 runs from the final two overs for an almighty upset.

From BBC

Collectively, the team's defence, which has kept opposition shuttling sideways for the past year, was suddenly full of creaks and creases for Scotland to exploit.

From BBC

“Speed is your friend,” said Ro, whose face is perpetually creased by a smile.

From Los Angeles Times

She returns to the bed, smoothing the creased postcard against her leg.

From Literature