creeps

[US]/[kriːps]/
[UK]/[kripz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A person who is unpleasant and makes you feel uncomfortable.; A slow, gradual movement.
v.To move slowly and gradually.; To give someone a feeling of unease or fear.; To steal or take something without permission.

Phrases & Collocations

creeps out

skin creeps

creeping up

creeps along

creeps in

creeps around

creeping shadows

creeps me out

creeping fear

creeps away

Example Sentences

he creeps around the house at night, making everyone nervous.

the spider slowly creeps across the floor.

don't let the creepy feeling creeps into your mind.

a cold creeps up your spine when you hear that sound.

the disease creeps through the population, affecting many people.

he creeps into the room unnoticed.

the sun creeps over the horizon, bringing a new day.

a sense of dread creeps over her as she walks down the dark street.

the weeds creeps between the cracks in the pavement.

the music creeps into your soul and makes you want to dance.

he creeps up behind her, trying to surprise her.

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