had crept
- past perfect of creep.
Example Sentences
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Despite her $194,000 salary, Clarke’s Chase Sapphire credit-card balance had crept up to $15,000.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 29, 2026
The stock surged 8.5% after the company said late Wednesday that it had grown more cautious on its outlook for demand, but that beer sales had crept higher during its fourth quarter.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 9, 2026
But his decision to switch to a more pragmatic five at the back for his last few games belied his principles early and doubts had crept into the squad.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2025
“We didn’t do any damage,” Castro said, looking at graffiti that had crept up the gym wall.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2024
So, the night before the wedding, the girl had crept out of bed carefully, holding her breath as she crossed the creaking floorboards.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
