Synonyms of creak

Antonyms of creak

Collocations of creak

creaky door
Frequency: 70 %

The creaky door announced the arrival of the guests.

creaking floor
Frequency: 60 %

She tiptoed across the creaking floor to avoid waking anyone up.

creaking stairs
Frequency: 50 %

The old house had creaking stairs that echoed with each step.

creaky chair
Frequency: 45 %

He shifted in the creaky chair, causing it to make noise.

creaking hinges
Frequency: 40 %

The creaking hinges of the gate signaled their entrance.

Idiomatic Expressions for creak

  • Phrase: creak under pressure
    Meaning: to show signs of strain or weakness when faced with pressure or stress
    Usage: The team's defense began to creak under the pressure of the opposing team's relentless attacks.