squeak

Example Sentences

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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

The 118-year-old bear, which still has a working growl - now described as "more like a squeak" - was expected to fetch between £300 and £500.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Despite his size, he dunks so rarely that when he actually does manage to squeak the ball over the rim, the Denver bench goes absolutely bonkers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025

I opened my mouth to scream, but the only sound that escaped was a nervous squeak.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas