The old house creaked and groaned with age.

Meaning: This sentence describes an old house making noises, which suggests that it is very old and possibly in poor condition.

Choice of Words: Creaked means to make a high-pitched, squeaking sound, often associated with old or worn objects. Groaned means to make a low, rumbling sound, often expressing pain or discomfort. Age refers to the length of time that something has existed.

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