crease
noun
a ridge or groove produced in anything by folding, heat, pressure, etc.; fold; furrow.
creasing
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present participleof crease.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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He prefers reading newspapers over screens, still creasing the pages into a subway fold like he was taught as a child.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 3, 2026
"We've calmed down," Amfo confirmed, creasing with laughter.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2024
At this point, both the kids are born, Jimmy and Rosie, and they're at the door, just creasing themselves with laughter.
From Salon ● Feb. 19, 2024
He began to punch in a response when the dispatcher hurried into the room with a look of deep anxiety creasing her face.
From Slate ● Nov. 26, 2022
“I see,” Riker said softly, a smile creasing his lips.
From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older
