squeaker

• Существительное с двумя различными значениями: предмет, издающий пищащий звук при использовании, или ситуация, например, победа или спасение, достигнутые с очень небольшим отрывом.

A noun with two distinct meanings: an object that produces a squeaking sound when used, or a situation, such as a victory or escape, achieved by a very narrow margin.

1. Squeaking objectB2informal

   Any object or device that produces a high-pitched, squeaking sound when used.

   Пищалка

   • The old door hinge is a real squeaker.
   • He bought a rubber squeaker toy for his dog.
   • The floorboard is a squeaker; you can't walk on it quietly.

2. Narrow victory or escapeB2informalamericansport

   A situation where something is achieved or avoided by a very small margin, often used in sports or competitions.

   Победа с минимальным отрывом

   • The game was a real squeaker, ending 3-2 in the final minute.
   • He passed the exam by a squeaker, just one point above the passing grade.
   • The election turned into a squeaker, with the winner decided by only 50 votes.

   Synonymscliffhangerclose callclose shavenarrow escapenear missnear thing