yap

Example Sentences

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One of the gassiest debates in the NBA—and this is a gassy sport, its obsessive followers will yap about it until the ears tumble off your head—concerns what player is the “Face of the Sport.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

At night, hungry coyotes yap and howl beyond the walls of Deborah’s ample, manicured yard.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2025

So, when the birds don't move around or yap in open spaces, that makes things more challenging for the humans.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2024

When her owner finally did come home, Josie would yap incessantly until someone petted her.

From New York Times • Dec. 14, 2018

We were destined for each other because right away he decided to sit on the windowsill and wait for me and yap at everyone who went by.

From "Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key" by Jack Gantos