squeak

Example Sentences

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Maybe he can spend retirement time with Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales, who also resigned last month under a scandal cloud, but who managed to squeak past the five-year-minimum necessary to collect.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

A wild possum joined stuffed furry friends in an Australian airport gift shop this week, surprising travellers in an adorable case of hide and squeak.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Then Vahid hears the telltale squeak of Peg Leg’s prosthetic leg.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Athletic shoe company On is facing a lawsuit from customers who claim that its popular sneakers make a "noisy and embarrassing squeak".

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025

Her mouth was pinched so tight again, I half expected her jaw to squeak when she moved it.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan