yelped

Example Sentences

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“Favoritism?” the mother is said to have yelped.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Or, as Doc Brown might have yelped, changes could have disastrous consequences.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025

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

Hazel yelped a little, and the car skidded into the busy intersection and stopped.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu