Creeps

Definitions

1. A sensation that objects are crawling on one's skin.
   figuratively, plural, plural-only
2. A feeling or sensation of fear or horror.
   figuratively, plural, plural-only

Equivalents

Examples

“I get⟳ the creeps walking down that street, even in broad daylight.”

“Padilla added that while the tarantulas may give⟳ some the creeps, they munch on things that humans often consider⟳ pests, including cockroaches, beetles and other insects.”

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