Barking
Americannoun
adjective
adverb
Example Sentences
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The sound of a dog barking is a dead giveaway, but even without that, the competing scents of antiseptic, kibble, and wet dog tell me everything I need to know.
From Literature
The clatter of the falling cans sends the rat squealing and sets Mav barking from inside the house.
From Literature
Aside from Mav’s barking, the night is quiet again.
From Literature
A deluge of chaotic sound rose from its depths: roaring, barking, yowling, whimpering.
From Literature
The housing department has now said five of these areas - plus a proposal in South Barking that was also assessed by officials - will not be taken forward "at this stage".
From BBC
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