Example Sentences

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But lately, they’ve ruled the roost: charging yappy little dogs, scaring children, pooping all over the sidewalk, and pushing out other, smaller waterfowl.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2023

Last week, I was standing with my adorable, ever-so-slightly thuggish labrador at the vet's when an older lady came in, clutching something small and yappy.

From BBC • Aug. 26, 2023

Chihuahuas are labeled yappy and temperamental, whereas bulldogs are described as easygoing and sociable.

From Scientific American • Apr. 28, 2022

My most memorable childhood encounter with a dog was a yappy mutt next door to my elementary school that chased me around the playground and bit my leg.

From Salon • Nov. 10, 2018

I hopped up and ran down the beach, letting the yappy beast chase me until I was out of breath.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson