creaky

[US]/'kriːkɪ/
[UK]/'kriki/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.making a harsh, grating sound
old and worn out
making a squeaking or grating noise

Phrases & Collocations

creaky door

creaky floorboards

creaky old chair

Example Sentences

the country's creaky legal system.

I climbed the creaky stairs.

Rich dad stood and shut the creaky old wooden window that needed repair. If you learn this lesson, you will grow into a wise, wealthy and happy young man.

The old house had a creaky staircase.

The door hinges were creaky and needed oiling.

The old wooden floorboards were creaky underfoot.

The rusty gate swung open with a creaky sound.

The old rocking chair was creaky but comfortable.

The creaky ceiling fan needed to be replaced.

The creaky floorboards gave away their presence in the dark.

The creaky old car struggled to start in the cold weather.

The creaky sound of the door closing echoed through the empty house.

The creaky old chair collapsed under his weight.

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