as in pristine
free from dirt or stain
feeling squeaky-clean and smelling nice after her bath
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Recent Examples of squeaky-clean
That tight, squeaky-clean feeling after washing your face?
—
Allison Palmer
updated February 25, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
Ninety-two restaurants and food trucks revved up for South Florida’s traditional high season by scoring top marks for their squeaky-clean kitchens, from 3030 Ocean and a Duffy’s Sports Grill in Broward County to Gourmet Killer Dogs and Pizzaioli in Palm Beach County.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Each episode is full of kid-friendly slapstick violence and mean-spirited comedy, giving the series more in common with Looney Tunes and Tex Avery than with squeaky-clean Disney fare.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Jan. 2026
In shampoo, sulfates are responsible for creating bubbles and a lather that contributes to the squeaky-clean feel that can sometimes strip the hair in the process.
—Staff Author, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Glycerin works alongside these surfactants to draw water into the skin, reducing that tight, squeaky-clean feeling.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Jan. 2026
Characterized by barely-there nudes with a subtle hint of chrome or shimmer, soft metallics have the squeaky-clean, spa-fresh appeal of soap nails with a fairytale twist.
—Rachel Krause, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025
Dick Van Dyke, the squeaky-clean Disney icon, gave up his vices long ago — and says it’s paid off with a remarkably long life.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Blow is proud of his squeaky-clean image, which was a conscious choice.
—David Kamp, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
Allison Palmer
updated February 25, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
Ninety-two restaurants and food trucks revved up for South Florida’s traditional high season by scoring top marks for their squeaky-clean kitchens, from 3030 Ocean and a Duffy’s Sports Grill in Broward County to Gourmet Killer Dogs and Pizzaioli in Palm Beach County.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Each episode is full of kid-friendly slapstick violence and mean-spirited comedy, giving the series more in common with Looney Tunes and Tex Avery than with squeaky-clean Disney fare.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Jan. 2026
In shampoo, sulfates are responsible for creating bubbles and a lather that contributes to the squeaky-clean feel that can sometimes strip the hair in the process.
—Staff Author, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
Glycerin works alongside these surfactants to draw water into the skin, reducing that tight, squeaky-clean feeling.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Jan. 2026
Characterized by barely-there nudes with a subtle hint of chrome or shimmer, soft metallics have the squeaky-clean, spa-fresh appeal of soap nails with a fairytale twist.
—Rachel Krause, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025
Dick Van Dyke, the squeaky-clean Disney icon, gave up his vices long ago — and says it’s paid off with a remarkably long life.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 10 Dec. 2025
Blow is proud of his squeaky-clean image, which was a conscious choice.
—David Kamp, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeaky-clean
Adjective
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There’s plenty of cash available for pristine credits with credible AI narratives.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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Could this Texas team, which left Saturday’s 5-2 win having surrendered just 16 runs in 10 games, be the one to fill the gaping hole in Schlossnagle’s otherwise pristine coaching career?—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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With celebrity attendees including A$AP Rocky, Spike Lee, Janelle Monaé and Usher, the Met steps were full of immaculate suiting, custom couture and inventive takes on tailoring.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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Larter’s skin looks immaculate, glowy, and somehow foundation-free?—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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And Savannah came clean about winning a million dollars just two weeks ago.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Feb. 2026
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Everything was practically brand-new and sparkling clean.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Squeaky-clean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeaky-clean. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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