squeal
noun
a somewhat prolonged, sharp, shrill cry, as of pain, fear, or surprise.
have squealed
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present perfectof squeal.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The cubs have squealed loudly when taken away from Mei Xiang – one of several signs they are strong and healthy.
From The Guardian ● Aug. 23, 2015
Not one man in a thousand but would have "squealed," "laid down" and settled at ten or twenty cents on the dollar.
From The Life and Work of Susan B. Anthony (Volume 1 of 2) Including Public Addresses, Her Own Letters and Many From Her Contemporaries During Fifty Years by Ida Husted Harper
A lot of fellows would have squealed, wouldn't they?
From Fore! by Charles Emmett Van Loan
Inwardly 167 she was so delighted she could have squealed for joy.
From Marjorie Dean College Freshman by Pauline Lester
She'd have squealed and run to the Reverend Stephen for protection.
From The Bars of Iron by Ethel M. (Ethel May) Dell
