100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "shriek"

Definition

Shriek (verb): To make a loud, sharp, piercing cry or sound, often expressing fear, excitement, or pain.

Synonyms

• Scream
• Yell
• Bark
• Cry
• Wail
• Howl
• Shout
• Exclaim
• Holler
• Squall

Antonyms

• Whisper
• Murmur
• Mumble
• Quiet
• Calm
• Hush
• Silence
• Stillness

Examples

1. The child let out a shriek of joy when she saw the puppy.
2. I had to cover my ears when the train passed by with a shriek.
3. She couldn't help but shriek when the roller coaster took its first drop.
4. His shriek echoed through the empty hallways.
5. The horror movie caused everyone in the theater to shriek in fear.
6. A loud shriek escaped her lips as she stumbled upon the spider.
7. The crowd began to shriek as the fireworks lit up the sky.
8. He let out a shriek when he saw the snake slither past him.
9. The sudden shriek of the siren made everyone stop in their tracks.
10. She couldn't control her shriek when the surprise party was revealed.
11. The dog let out a shriek when it accidentally stepped on a thorn.
12. I heard a shriek from the other room and rushed to see what happened.
13. The shriek of the banshee sent shivers down their spines.
14. The moment she saw the spider, she let out a piercing shriek.
15. His shriek of excitement was contagious among his friends.
16. The children began to shriek with laughter during the game.
17. A shriek of terror came from the haunted house.
18. She couldn't contain her shriek when she received the good news.
19. The shriek of the owl echoed in the still night.
20. I had to shriek to get his attention over the loud music.
21. The sudden shriek from the roller coaster riders was exhilarating.
22. I tried not to shriek during the jump scare in the movie.
23. The shriek of the wind howling through the trees was eerie.
24. She gave a shriek of disbelief when she won the lottery.
25. The shriek of the alarm clock woke me from my deep sleep.
26. His shriek of pain made everyone rush to his aid.
27. The ghost's shriek sent chills down my spine.
28. She let out a shriek of joy at the surprise gift.
29. The shriek of the train whistle could be heard from miles away.
30. He couldn't help but shriek when he saw his favorite band.
31. The sudden shriek from behind startled me.
32. The shriek of the baby was heard throughout the house.
33. As the roller coaster dropped, the riders shrieked in unison.
34. I had to shriek over the sound of the crowd cheering.
35. The shriek of the eagle soaring overhead was majestic.
36. She gave a shriek of excitement when she found her lost ring.
37. The shriek of laughter filled the air as the children played.
38. My friend’s shriek was the highlight of the haunted house tour.
39. The detective heard a shriek that led him to the crime scene.
40. His shriek of happiness was heard across the park.
41. The shriek of the siren warned everyone of the impending storm.
42. She couldn’t help but shriek when the magician pulled a rabbit out of the hat.
43. The shriek of the fire alarm startled everyone in the building.
44. He tried to suppress his shriek as he walked through the dark hallway.
45. The shriek of joy from the audience was deafening.
46. As she opened the door, a loud shriek escaped her lips.
47. The shriek of the roller coaster riders was music to the operator’s ears.
48. She let out a shriek when the prank was revealed.
49. The shriek of the wind warned us of the approaching storm.
50. He couldn't help but shriek when he saw the surprise party.
51. The shriek of the bat echoed in the cave.
52. The children shrieked with delight as they ran through the sprinklers.
53. She tried to shriek but was too scared to make a sound.
54. The sudden shriek of laughter broke the silence of the library.
55. He let out a shriek every time the fireworks exploded.
56. The shriek of the eagle soaring above was a beautiful sound.
57. She couldn't help but shriek with excitement as the show began.
58. The shriek of the train whistle signaled its arrival.
59. His shriek of fear could be heard for blocks.
60. The shriek from the haunted house was unsettling.
61. She gave a loud shriek when she saw the price tag.
62. The shriek of the children playing outside was a joyful sound.
63. I had to shriek to be heard over the noise of the concert.
64. The shriek from the stage indicated the show was about to start.
65. She let out a shriek of annoyance when she lost the game.
66. The shriek of the firecracker startled the pets.
67. He heard a shriek from the kitchen and rushed to help.
68. The shriek of the horror movie made me jump out of my seat.
69. The shriek of laughter made everyone smile.
70. She gave a shriek of disbelief at the unexpected news.
71. The shriek of the wind through the trees was haunting.
72. He let out a loud shriek when his team scored the winning goal.
73. The shriek of the alarm clock made him jump out of bed.
74. The children shrieked with happiness at the playground.
75. A shriek of excitement came from the audience as the band took the stage.
76. The unexpected shriek startled everyone in the room.
77. She tried to stifle her shriek as the roller coaster climbed higher.
78. The shriek of the baby echoed through the halls.
79. He couldn't help but shriek when the surprise unfolded.
80. The shriek of the banshee was a warning to all.
81. The shriek of joy rang out as they opened the gifts.
82. She let out a shriek at the sight of her old friend.
83. The shriek of laughter was infectious during the party.
84. He tried to shriek, but no sound came out.
85. The shriek from the haunted house was heard across the fairground.
86. She couldn't contain her shriek of joy at the news.
87. The shriek of the eagle diving for its prey was awe-inspiring.
88. The sudden shriek of surprise made everyone turn their heads.
89. She gave a loud shriek when she saw the spider on the wall.
90. The shriek of the whistle signaled the end of the game.
91. The children shrieked with excitement as the parade passed by.
92. His shriek of pain brought everyone rushing to his side.
93. The shriek of the alarm interrupted the peaceful night.
94. The shriek of the crowd was overwhelming as the concert started.
95. She couldn't help but shriek when she won the prize.
96. The shriek of the banshee echoed through the night.
97. He let out a shriek of joy when he saw the fireworks.
98. The shriek of the baby was a sound of pure need.
99. As the cat jumped, she gave a startled shriek.
100. The shriek of the performers brought the audience to their feet.