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

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 don’t expect to live until 2099, but I may squeak out seven to 10 years more.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 9, 2025

Which would be more impressive if it didn’t have rubber leg caps, making it land with a squeak rather than a bang.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen