Grating sound (5)

I think it could be either:

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creak

'grating sound' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

This is all the clue.

(Other definitions for creak that I've seen before include "Unoiled hinge sound" , "Screech, grate" , "Squeaking sound" , "Harsh squeaking noise" , "Harsh squeak like unoiled hinge" .)

I've seen this clue in the Penny Press and the King Feature Syndicate.

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