honk

Example Sentences

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The cheerful honk is a familiar greeting among parents, community members and these local child-care workers on their pick-up routes.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

When I honk back, she has a great retro sound.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 21, 2025

For about 10 minutes each day, he stands at the intersection of a couple of busy roads with a big yellow placard accusing drivers who honk their horns loudly of causing a massive nuisance.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2025

When the light turned to green, the car did not move, and the drivers behind began to honk.

From Slate • Oct. 21, 2024

Dr. Taylor M. Martin is always quick to point out, “Drivers should stop and let them pass. Let them stay together. Don’t honk...Would you want someone to honk at you?”

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers