exclaim
verb (used without object)
to cry out or speak suddenly and vehemently, as in surprise, strong emotion, or protest.
exclaims
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present tense formof exclaim (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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“Frank is here with us,” Dudamel exclaims about the architect, who died in December and with whom he had become close.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
Napoleon exclaims during an extended instance of flatulence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
Israeli wellness influencer Hofit Golan exclaims repeatedly in a video that shows a building near her apartment in flames.
From Barron's ● Mar. 1, 2026
“You should have seen the blood!” one character, Jack, exclaims the first time he kills a wild hog.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 17, 2026
“Wow, you guys look nothing alike,” Brian exclaims.
From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson
