creaking

verb

Definition of creakingnext
present participle of creak
1
as in groaning

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as in squeaking

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creaking
  1. whining
  2. crackling
  3. scratching
Verb
  • Han then used a tuning fork that was set to the tone that is produced by a flies’ whining wings.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
  • As the Dodgers officially welcomed their latest gazillionaire pitcher to a remodeling Dodger Stadium on Tuesday, the churning of the bulldozers in the infield was momentarily drowned out by the whining around the baseball world.
    Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of whining
Verb
  • As the debate opened, the Assemblée was rowdy and restless, crackling with the heady feeling of history being made.
    Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Picture snug chalets, sparkling lights, crackling fire pits and delicious restaurant experiences that blend seasonal flavors with the region’s renowned hospitality.
    Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of crackling
Verb
  • And that's just scratching the surface.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
  • To his credit, Richardson owned his mistake after scratching Hall without first talking to the veteran.
    Mark Lazerus, The Athletic, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of scratching
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creaked (along)

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