squeal
noun
a somewhat prolonged, sharp, shrill cry, as of pain, fear, or surprise.
squealed
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past participleof squeal.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 squeal.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
squealnouna somewhat prolonged, sharp, shrill cry, as of pain, fear, or surprise.
Example Sentences
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This morning, I actually squealed when the library emailed to say my hold on “The Wind in the Willows”—a book I first read in sixth grade—was ready for pickup.
From Salon ● Jul. 28, 2026
Leanne squealed and thanked Jake "for not letting me down".
From BBC ● Jan. 24, 2025
“Animal organs, ground up!” one guest squealed, crinkling his nose.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2024
She squealed loudly, dropped the phone receiver, and did a little dance like she had won the lottery.
From Slate ● Dec. 12, 2023
The brakes squealed, and Moss and Esperanza attempted to stand up to leave.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
