eek
interjection
(used as an expression of surprise, dismay, fear, or the like).
eek
American
[eek]
/ ik /
interjection
EEK
British
abbreviation
Etymology
Origin of eek
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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There were breakdowns across the board as the Bruins eked out a 16-13 victory over Hawaii that left their fans going eek!
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2024
In news that is part "oh, cool!" and part "eek, spooky!"
From Salon ● Mar. 28, 2024
But the Marlins’ drive is as strong as their ability to eek out the close ones.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 2, 2023
"We're very happy with the position we're in, if we can eek close to them and even get a lead, I think we're on top in this game."
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2023
When they see us coming they make these screaming noises and run away, but you can tell they're not really scared, they just want to pretend like we're a monster or something, eek eek.
From "Freak The Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick
At the other, scouring Cairo’s underground Arab rock scene led to Islam Chipsy’s Cairo band, EEK, and his “Zaghlala,” written for the quartet’s ongoing “50 for the Future” project.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 5, 2018
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