squeaky-clean

adjective

ˈskwē-kē-ˈklēn 

1

: completely clean

squeaky-clean hair

2

: completely free from moral taint of any kind

a squeaky-clean reputation

Synonyms of squeaky-clean

• pristine
• immaculate
• clean

Examples of squeaky-clean in a Sentence

feeling squeaky-clean and smelling nice after her bath

Recent Examples on the Web

Despite the defendant’s apparent squeaky-clean life, ADA Martin-Klein implored the judge not to give Santiago a second chance. — Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 18 Sep. 2026

Bowe advised using a gentle cleanser so skin does not feel squeaky-clean afterward, swapping gritty scrubs for hydrating exfoliating serums and skipping fragrances and essential oils. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026

The milky, all-in-one formula is particularly well suited to combination-to-dry and sensitive skin, thoroughly whisking away makeup and excess oil without leaving your face with that squeaky-clean, tight feeling. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026

The only thing better than coming home to a squeaky-clean house is not having to do the cleaning yourself. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for squeaky-clean

• acetylene
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• amphetamine
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• catecholamine
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