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creaks

Pronunciation: [kriːks]

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Learn how to use creaks in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “sound”

(verb) to make a high, squeaky noise, often when something moves or is under pressure. This can happen when you walk on an old wooden floor or open a door that hasn't been used in a long time.

Example

The old wooden floor creaks every time I walk on it.

Example

The brand new door doesn't creak at all when I open it.

Example

Do you hear the chair creaking when I sit down?

Context: “sound”

(noun) a sound that is made when something moves or bends, often a high, squeaking noise. It's the noise you hear from old doors or floors that are still being used.

Example

I love the sound of the creaks in the house; it makes it feel cozy.

Example

There were no creaks at all in the newly built house.

Example

Did you hear the creaks coming from the attic?

How to pronounce creaks

Pronunciation: [kriːks]

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