creeping

Example Sentences

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European markets have held up slightly better than their U.S. counterparts in recent weeks but the nerves still seem to be creeping in.

From Barron's

Yet, officials predict costs will keep creeping up.

From Barron's

The jobs market, however, is showing signs of strain, with unemployment creeping higher throughout 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal

I nod, eager to find a reasonable explanation for the dread creeping into my brain.

From Literature

But always, just as he was about to fall asleep, the other, darker thoughts came creeping back and made him afraid to close his eyes.

From Literature