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as in nail-biter
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as in landslide
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Recent Examples of squeaker
This toy combo features whimsical designs and interactive squeaker.
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Jessica Moore, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
The Rams’ lone win was a squeaker over FCS Northern Colorado, where a last-second TD bailed them out from a massive upset.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 9 Oct. 2025
Many stuffed, rubber, and nylon toys can be put in the washing machine—though toys stuffed with crinkles or squeakers could be affected by machine washing.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 July 2025
The American Kennel Club explains that the soft, squeezable texture mimics the feel of small animals, while many plush toys include squeakers to imitate the sounds of distressed prey.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
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Jessica Moore, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
The Rams’ lone win was a squeaker over FCS Northern Colorado, where a last-second TD bailed them out from a massive upset.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 9 Oct. 2025
Many stuffed, rubber, and nylon toys can be put in the washing machine—though toys stuffed with crinkles or squeakers could be affected by machine washing.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 July 2025
The American Kennel Club explains that the soft, squeezable texture mimics the feel of small animals, while many plush toys include squeakers to imitate the sounds of distressed prey.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeaker
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What the polls missed in NJ In New Jersey, the governor’s race was expected to be a nail-biter.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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Katz later went on to help Gallego win a seat in the upper chamber after another nail-biter.—
Amie Parnes,
The Hill,
31 Oct. 2025
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The right-hander generated a ground ball to get the force out at home in an extremely close call, and the very next pitch was a risky fly out tracked down by Andy Pages (who entered the game after the bases were loaded).—
Gabe Smallson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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This followed decades of close calls.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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In his first year of eligibility, Brett was a landslide choice for the Baseball Hall of Fame.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
11 Nov. 2025
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The climactic sequence set aboard a military aircraft, with Ben facing off against the Hunters, would have been simpler in a Bruce Willis thriller, and more satisfying.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
11 Nov. 2025
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German actor-writer-director Til Schweiger and Splitsville star Charlie Gillespie have jumped on board Contra, an underground chess thriller.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
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The Torreys are accustomed to, pun intended, close shaves.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Nov. 2025
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Our favorites helped our razors glide smoothly across the skin for an ultra-close shave, while aloe vera and almond oil soothed, hydrated, and enhanced the skin’s appearance — mitigating irritation.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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As the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to celebrate one of the most memorable World Series victories in recent memory, there is still business at hand to deal with.—
Gabe Smallson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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During his victory speech, Prabowo paid tribute to Suharto and thanked his ex-wife.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Kenyan runners dominated the 54th annual event Sunday, with Benson Kipruto pulling off an unbelievable photo finish to win the men’s championship and Hellen Obiri taking home the women’s win and setting a course record in the process.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
2 Nov. 2025
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Kenya’s Benson Kipruto crossed the finish line a split second in front of Alexander Mutiso in a photo finish.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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Charlotte will have had two days off after a blowout loss at Miami.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Minnesota women’s basketball team had its second straight blowout to open the season, beating Manhattan 99-36 on Friday at Williams Arena.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Squeaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeaker. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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