- present tense form of exclaim (3rd person singular).
exclaims
Example Sentences
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“It’s my very own Stanford Prison Experiment!” she exclaims, in a typically baffling attempt at lighthearted dialogue.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
"Hey, I know you!" exclaims Paul McCartney, gripping my hand as we walk into his office in central London.
From BBC ● May 27, 2026
"She is!" exclaims Bird, 38, breaking into a broad smile.
From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026
“I remember thinking, ‘Don’t black out,’” she exclaims.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 24, 2026
“Aii-ya,” she exclaims in a mock scolding voice.
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
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