creakingly
/ˈkriːkɪŋli/
adverb
- In a way that makes a harsh, high-pitched sound, especially because something is old, dry, or loose.
- The rusty gate opened creakingly, startling the birds.
- The old bicycle moved creakingly along the bumpy road.
- She crept creakingly down the hallway, trying to be quiet.
- In a way that is old, stiff, or not working smoothly.
- He rose creakingly from his chair, his back aching.
- The ancient elevator rose creakingly to the fifth floor.
- The fan turned creakingly, barely stirring the hot air.
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