ululate
verb (used without object)
ululating
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present participleof ululate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Others surged towards the casket, dancing, clapping, ululating; all through tears.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 11, 2026
"We have to do better, we must do better," vowed Mr Fletcher, who cast aside his prepared speech when he stood under a canopy facing rows of Sudanese women and children, clapping and ululating.
From BBC ● Nov. 27, 2024
In Qatar, hundreds of elated fans clad in green and red outside Al Thumama Stadium celebrated Morocco’s win, chanting, ululating, banging on drums and waving the national flag.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 10, 2022
On the news show “Democracy Now,” Winona Laduke, an activist and member of the Dakota people in Minnesota, opened her remarks about the importance of Biden’s choice by ululating, a powerful wail of affirmation.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 24, 2020
Mirri Maz Duur's voice rose to a high, ululating wail that sent a shiver down Dany's back.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
