honk

Example Sentences

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When I honk back, she has a great retro sound.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 21, 2025

He went to banner waving events on busy road bridges where the group would visibly demonstrate against controversial local issues, encouraging drivers to honk horns in support.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2025

When the light turned to green, the car did not move, and the drivers behind began to honk.

From Slate • Oct. 21, 2024

Sometimes it just feels good to honk the horn at a driver who does something risky or offensive during the morning commute.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 6, 2024

Ten minutes later, there’s a quick honk outside.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy