squawking

Example Sentences

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A raven in Colorado once lured two curious biologists deep into the woods with squawking alarm calls.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Ada, 36, is strolling on the beach, unfazed by the wail of air alert sirens mingling with the squawking of seagulls.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

Massry runs from the front of the store to the back, walkie-talkie on his waist squawking as employees request help at the registers.

From Slate • Oct. 26, 2024

For her mother’s birthday on Nov. 12, Ramirez took her to Rosemead Boulevard to witness the unusual sundown spectacle of squawking parrots plunging into the trees.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2024

When I looked up, the hens were clustered near the door, squawking to get out.

From "Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer" by Kelly Jones