creakily
/ˈkriːkɪli/
adverb
- In a way that makes a harsh, high-pitched sound, especially because something is old, dry, or loose.
- The rocking chair moved creakily back and forth in the quiet room.
- The old gate swung creakily on its rusty hinges.
- She walked creakily across the wooden floor, trying not to wake anyone.
- In a way that is old, stiff, or not working smoothly.
- He stood up creakily, his knees popping after sitting for so long.
- The old fan turned creakily, barely moving the air.
- The elevator rose creakily to the top floor, stopping several times.
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