squeaky-clean

adjective

ˈskwē-kē-ˈklēn How to pronounce squeaky-clean (audio)
Definition of squeaky-cleannext
as in pristine
free from dirt or stain feeling squeaky-clean and smelling nice after her bath

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Recent Examples of squeaky-clean The only thing better than coming home to a squeaky-clean house is not having to do the cleaning yourself. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 Aug. 2026 Candidates are expected to have maintained a squeaky-clean image since their conviction. — Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026 In stark contrast, Boone captured the All-American crowd with his squeaky-clean image, cardigans, and signature white buck shoes. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 26 June 2026 The 72 guest rooms have cozy beds, soft towels, and squeaky-clean bathrooms. — Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for squeaky-clean
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeaky-clean
  1. pristine
  2. immaculate
  3. clean
Adjective
  • In her pristine Los Angeles kitchen, Nora Lum—the actor, comedian, and rapper better known as Awkwafina—is standing over a stove with two burners and losing the fight with both.
    — Elissa Suh, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The remote Pacific Ocean has some of the most pristine coral reefs in the world.
    — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of pristine
Adjective
  • Just a few small steps from the off-road parking lot led to a tiny teal door—the color a reflection of the island's immaculate waters.
    — Callie Thorpe, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • His homemaker mother Leonor (a superb Maude Sandham) and his 17-year-old sister Ilse (Karoline Watson) complete the immaculate family portrait, but there’s unrest there too.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of immaculate
Adjective
  • So for every dollar going into oil, gas and coal, close to two now go into clean power.
    — Sophie Dembinski, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Guests can borrow Bluejay electric bikes, refill at hydration stations on every floor, and shop clean skincare lines at the spa boutique.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of clean

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“Squeaky-clean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeaky-clean. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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