Example Sentences

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Pedestrians began to run as drivers honked their horns, trying to force a way through.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

They walked for more than 2.5 hours to the Long Beach Civic Center, chanting as cars honked in support.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

After passersby blew whistles and honked horns, the agents left.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

Outside, cars honked, flags waved, people shouted “Zohran!” as they drove away.

From Slate • Nov. 5, 2025

Every time he honked he would jump straight up about three feet.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls