crepitates

Definition of crepitatesnext
present tense third-person singular of crepitate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for crepitates
Verb
  • One hand rests on his handlebars, the other works a walkie-talkie, through which crackles news of wildlife sightings.
    Tom Vanderbilt, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Their chemistry is instant and combustible, blurring the line between rivalry and desire as every argument crackles with temptation.
    Joe Otterson, Variety, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Basketball squeaks, the theory went, were an example of the same phenomenon.
    Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 25 Feb. 2026
  • If your current suitcase squeaks, sticks, or has seen one too many baggage claim battles, this is your moment to trade up before these deals roll away.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
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“Crepitates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crepitates. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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