exclaimed

Example Sentences

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“Capivaras!” exclaimed one Brazilian passenger after another, all of whom had passed cows and horses without much reaction.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

"A complete surprise," Travolta exclaimed in French as the crowd applauded.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

“Coachella!” exclaimed Geena Davis, cradling her head on the table in front of her.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

The author’s title, for a notable instance, clips off the end of the full line “those who are about to die salute you”—an expression credited to gladiators but was seldom actually exclaimed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

She heard Lucinda’s voice go unnaturally bright as she exclaimed, “Oh, Caspy! You’re awake and ready to play again, huh? Let’s go back in your bedroom and change your diaper first....”

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix