as in shrill
having a high musical pitch or range
a baby bird making little squeaking cries
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as in talking
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
one of the robbers eventually squeaked about the others
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Recent Examples of squeaking
Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
And the offense did just enough, squeaking past the Steelers and Patriots.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
After squeaking out one-run victories over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday and Sunday – games that taxed the bullpen and stressed their fans – this one was comfortable from the fourth inning.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026
Jared Wright fired off the rush, squeaking a shot through Saros.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
The Illini remember all to well squeaking out a 6-point victory in a Top 20 matchup in Iowa City in January.
—Ryan Baker, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Living rooms welcome the ambient tones of squeaking sneakers and droning cheer squads.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Spray it on a squeaking door hinge, drawer, or otherwise to make opening and closing it smoother and quieter.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
Adding a wonderful touch is that of foley artist Liam Sullivan, who can be seen silhouetted behind a screen creating an in-the-moment soundtrack of gunshots, ringing phones, squeaking doors, kissing, bird calls and more.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
The bird appears to enjoy the flight and can be heard squeaking from inside the cabin.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
And the offense did just enough, squeaking past the Steelers and Patriots.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
After squeaking out one-run victories over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday and Sunday – games that taxed the bullpen and stressed their fans – this one was comfortable from the fourth inning.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026
Jared Wright fired off the rush, squeaking a shot through Saros.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
The Illini remember all to well squeaking out a 6-point victory in a Top 20 matchup in Iowa City in January.
—Ryan Baker, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Living rooms welcome the ambient tones of squeaking sneakers and droning cheer squads.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Spray it on a squeaking door hinge, drawer, or otherwise to make opening and closing it smoother and quieter.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
Adding a wonderful touch is that of foley artist Liam Sullivan, who can be seen silhouetted behind a screen creating an in-the-moment soundtrack of gunshots, ringing phones, squeaking doors, kissing, bird calls and more.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeaking
Adjective
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On shrill winter nights, Moscow’s power is conspicuous, its Orthodox cathedrals and Stalinist high-rises illuminated, though the view falls dim in the autumn and spring, shrouded in sheets of greige.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Apr. 2026
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The chaos is still an acceptable price to pay for Birney’s expertly offputting performance, a shrill mania that gets increasingly comic over time.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The straight-talking Benatia, who became sporting director in January 2025 after previously working for the club in an advisory role, fit a similar mould.—
Tom Williams,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Riley was equally at ease when talking with the dentist, listening patiently as the man described his fancy new house in a gentrified area.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
Verb
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There were no odd noises or squealing bearings to indicate the fan was having trouble.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2026
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The first twenty minutes involve longtime Holzinger mentor-cum–ensemble member Renée Copraij spanking the gleefully squealing Annina Machaz.—
Caroline Lillian Schopp,
Artforum,
13 May 2026
Verb
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There’s a friendly reception area with a giant chalkboard informing guests of local events, ranging from in-house parties to full moon nights at the Acropolis and big name gigs by the touring artists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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In 1959, Levi was shocked to receive a letter informing him that a German publisher by the name of Fischer had just acquired the translation rights to If This Is a Man.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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The squeaky wheel seems to get the grease.—
David Troy OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
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The squeaky wheel gets the grease.—
Richard Lederer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Squeaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeaking. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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