crepitate

verb

Definition of crepitatenext
as in to crackle

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  1. crackle
  2. squeak
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  • Few things are as romantic as a sip of amber beside a crackling sagebrush fire while the coyotes serenade the moon.
    — Ron Spomer, Outdoor Life, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Tables and seating are arranged around a crackling fire with torches and ambient lighting surround the venue under the open sky and stars.
    — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of crackle
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  • LightDesire Musical Caterpillar Tummy Time Toy From squeaking noises to baby rattles to teething toys, this music caterpillar contributes to a complete multi-sensory experience.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Then the Mets squeaked out a victory over the Padres, winning the game 2-1, and handing me another loss.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of squeak
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“Crepitate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crepitate. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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