exclaim
verb (used without object)
to cry out or speak suddenly and vehemently, as in surprise, strong emotion, or protest.
exclaimed
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past participleof exclaim.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof exclaim.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
exclaimverb (used without object)to cry out or speak suddenly and vehemently, as in surprise, strong emotion, or protest.
Example Sentences
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“HE DID?” one New York politico exclaimed when I asked him about Trump’s attending the memorial.
From Slate ● Jul. 22, 2026
"It's clear who won!" one zookeeper exclaimed excitedly.
From Barron's ● Jun. 6, 2026
Scimemi exclaimed as she leapt forward, earning a big laugh from a classroom full of colleagues.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026
"A complete surprise," Travolta exclaimed in French as the crowd applauded.
From BBC ● May 15, 2026
Hitler was so delighted when he heard the results of this agreement that he is said to have exclaimed, “Now Europe is mine!”
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
