squeal like a stuck pig
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Of a person, to utter loud, high-pitched squeals.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Rokoff’s nerves were keyed to the breaking point. With a shriek he sprang toward an adjoining room, but the ape-man was upon his back while his leap was yet but half completed. Iron fingers sought his throat—the great coward squealed like a stuck pig, until Tarzan had shut off his wind.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “squeal like a stuck pig” mean?
Of a person, to utter loud, high-pitched squeals.
Is “squeal like a stuck pig” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.