creep up on


Definition: Meaning of, creep up on in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / kriːp ʌp ɒn /

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Prsesent Past Past Participle
creep up on crept up on crept up on
Present Participle Third Person Singular
creeping up on creeps up on
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  1. creep up on someone to move towards someone quietly and slowly, especially because you want to surprise them
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  2. creep up on someone if something creeps up on you, it happens slowly or gradually so that you do not notice it happening
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