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as in nail-biter
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as in landslide
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Recent Examples of squeaker
Ingesting parts like squeakers can lead to serious health issues that might require surgery.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
Four years earlier, in 2020, Peters won reelection in a squeaker of his own, defeating Republican John James (now a House member) by 1.7 points.
—Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 5 Feb. 2025
He'll occasionally get beat under his arms and let a squeaker in but Dobes checks a ton of boxes and has moved his projection from a No. 2/3 to a No. 1B/2 with the consistency of his play over the years and his strong early showings in the NHL.
—Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
Each toy has reinforced seams, a durable mesh liner, a crinkle layer, and a squeaker inside to make the creations irresistible to pets and sturdy enough for energetic play sessions.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
Four years earlier, in 2020, Peters won reelection in a squeaker of his own, defeating Republican John James (now a House member) by 1.7 points.
—Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 5 Feb. 2025
He'll occasionally get beat under his arms and let a squeaker in but Dobes checks a ton of boxes and has moved his projection from a No. 2/3 to a No. 1B/2 with the consistency of his play over the years and his strong early showings in the NHL.
—Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
Each toy has reinforced seams, a durable mesh liner, a crinkle layer, and a squeaker inside to make the creations irresistible to pets and sturdy enough for energetic play sessions.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeaker
Noun
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Locked in a nail-biter with just under two minutes to play, Taylor opted to heave a shot for the end zone.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
19 July 2025
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Not every movie needs to be a nail-biter, and not every plot needs to be engineered like a Maserati.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
7 July 2025
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Sure, there have been a handful of close calls where fires have prompted us to pack up or evacuate.—
Faith Barton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 July 2025
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Watch as sharks tear into his prosthetic limbs, squirm amid some gripping close calls, and allow the very macho commentary to wash over you and grimace (or giggle) at a shocking amount of fake blood.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
20 July 2025
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But the race ended in a landslide: Media outlets called the race for Grijalva within minutes of early returns.—
Laura Gersony,
AZCentral.com,
23 July 2025
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In 2022, nearly 68% of voters approved the Environmental Bond Act — a landslide vote demanding investments in clean water, climate resilience, and environmental protection.—
Laura Shindell,
New York Daily News,
20 July 2025
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Set against a backdrop of music, madness and raw unpredictability of nature, the film follows a meet-cute that spirals into a survival thriller.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
24 July 2025
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The film received the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films’ best thriller award in 2025, as well as the STIGES Film Festival Grand People’s Choice Award.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
24 July 2025
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Meant to be used anywhere and everywhere, this delivers a smooth and close shave by reducing friction with allantoin and infusing skin with shea butter, glycerin and squalane for softness and moisture.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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The floating, vibrating head gave me a really close shave, especially with my shaving cream.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
16 May 2025
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The series wrapped up with Santurce claiming victory 4-1, eliminating the Criollos entirely.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
21 July 2025
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At the Diamond League, Bednarek finally tasted victory.—
Paras J. Haji,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
Noun
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If your dad’s idea of a great day involves photo finishes and premium BBQ, Santa Anita Park has a full lineup of experiences to match—from trackside feasts to whiskey tastings.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
10 June 2025
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From a drama standpoint, the 151st Kentucky Derby has a tough act to follow after last year’s three-way photo finish.—
Steve Kornacki,
NBC news,
2 May 2025
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Oh, Hi! and the Pete Davidson-starring thriller The Home don't stand in the way, next week is going to be a good old fashioned Marvel vs. DC blowout at the box office.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
20 July 2025
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Some went all out with an overseas blowout, while others kept things low-key, surrounded by just immediate family at a favorite local place.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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“Squeaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeaker. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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