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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“I’ve seen her on TV!” exclaimed one child upon seeing Cooke, reflecting what it’s like to grow up in a swing state.
From Salon ● Oct. 13, 2026
"You are such a good singer," the Canadian performer exclaimed.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
“I’m kind of embarrassed, because I’ve never actually done this before, and there’s already people here,” she exclaimed in the video.
From Slate ● Aug. 24, 2026
"How wonderful," exclaimed a woman in the crowd.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
“You lie, ha ha!” the old woman exclaimed.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
