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shrieked

/ˈʃraɪkɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does shrieked mean?

verb

past tense of shriek, to utter a loud, high-pitched cry, often in shock, pain, or excitement.

Example

"She shrieked in horror as she saw the snake."

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