yelped
Example Sentences
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“Favoritism?” the mother is said to have yelped.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
She yelped out and jumped up and down and attentively watched the speech.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2024
He yelped at the microphone as though it was about to attack him, then he lilted, eyes closed, like a crooner.
From BBC • Dec. 2, 2023
Rex and the other dogs barked, yelped and whined during the ceremony, more eager to play for each other than get their badges as they tugged at their handlers’ leashes.
From Washington Times • Jul. 13, 2023
Gurgi yelped in terror and threw himself at Taran’s feet.
From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander
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