creeping

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By 2024, they had been reported in Mexico, and were creeping north towards the US.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

"I use my car for work and petrol prices are creeping up and up. Then the gas and electric will be going up," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Global oil prices were creeping back toward the $100 a barrel mark on Tuesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

They have complicated relationships, but there’s nothing better for ironing things out than creeping together through dark tunnels by flashlight, hoping that nothing jumps out at you, engaging in weightless banter as you go.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

“I think...you passed the first part of the test,” Lola said, a shy smile creeping over her face.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix