wail
verb (used without object)
to utter a prolonged, inarticulate, mournful cry, usually high-pitched or clear-sounding, as in grief or suffering.
will be wailing
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future progressiveof wail.future progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
Example Sentences
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There will be wailing and gnashing of teeth in a third season of the quirky quiz show “The Misery Index.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2021
"And to-morrow there will be wailing and groaning and rubbing of muscles," said Helen.
From Hester's Counterpart A Story of Boarding School Life by Adele W. Jones
If any one has resisted them, there will be wailing widows crying out for vengeance.
From Jimgrim and Allah's Peace by Talbot Mundy
