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Vocabulary Entry
wailing
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A prolonged, high-pitched cry of pain, grief, or anger.
Example Sentences
"The wailing of the sirens echoed through the night."
"She could hear the wailing of the children in distress."
"His wailing at the funeral brought tears to everyone's eyes."
V
verb
To make a long, loud cry, usually expressing sorrow or pain.
Example Sentences
"The wind began to wail as the storm approached."
"He wailed in agony after falling off his bike."
"The baby wailed for hours, making it hard for the parents to sleep."