Meaning & use
creak
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To make a harsh, high-pitched sound, typically when bending or moving, like an old wooden floor or door hinge.
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The old staircase creaked with every step.
A loud creak from the attic made everyone jump.
A note on using this word
Often used figuratively to describe something old or overworked that is close to failing, as in "the system is creaking under the pressure."
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