squeal
noun
a somewhat prolonged, sharp, shrill cry, as of pain, fear, or surprise.
is squealing
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present progressiveof squeal (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“You can tell they’re happy. No one is squealing or crying.”
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 12, 2021
Guitarist Sean Hurwitz, who replaced founding member Greg Camp in 2011, is squealing through lots of solos and twirling his guitar around like a hair metal icon.
From Newsweek
The next week Mrs. Finucane is squealing with joy.
From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt
And then Dziusia is squealing in her father’s arms while everyone tries to shush her.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
Heather is squealing, holding a turquoise-colored bath bomb.
From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper
