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Vocabulary Entry
shriek
|verb • noun
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verb
To make a loud, high-pitched sound, often as a result of fear or excitement.
Example Sentences
"She shrieked in delight when she saw her surprise party."
"The children shrieked as they played on the rollercoaster."
"He couldn't help but shriek when he saw the spider."
N
noun
A loud, high-pitched scream or cry.
Example Sentences
"The shriek of the siren echoed through the streets."
"Her shriek startled everyone in the quiet room."
"He let out a shriek when the dog jumped at him."