creep
Example Sentences
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Doubts about the current bull market have started to creep in following Friday’s tech stock wipeout, but this wouldn’t be the first false alarm.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
That means that short-term yields are likely to creep higher—and longer-term bonds could follow.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
With average gas prices topping $6 in Los Angeles, it can be painful to watch your fuel gauge creep toward “E” during a day out around town.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
A break back gave Raducanu a glimmer of hope and belief started to creep in when she levelled the set at 5-5 with Sierra serving for the match.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
The laughter cut off immediately, and I felt an embarrassed flush creep up my neck and into my ears, turning them beet red.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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