Example Sentences
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Shrieks were heard in the background as other people frantically debated what to do.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 13, 2023
Jack Chadwick chanced upon an old copy of Jack Hilton's semi-autobiographical Caliban Shrieks in 2021.
From BBC • Jul. 7, 2023
Shrieks of delight echo as enthusiastic fans find the perfect souvenir or the playlist switches to a beloved track.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2023
Shrieks of joy ring out on the streets of Spain as children are allowed to leave their homes briefly for the first time in six weeks.
From Washington Times • Apr. 26, 2020
Shrieks of laughter and snatches of singing could be heard coming through the closed door.
From "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl
