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shriek - A high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream

The boy let out a shriek as the butterfly landed on his nose and refused to leave.

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squeal - Make a long, high-pitched cry or noise

Pigs are known for squealing in the same way that dogs are known for barking.

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grunt - (of an animal, especially a pig) make a low, short guttural sound

Pigs who are more inquisitive tend to grunt more, which draws attention to them.

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croon - To hum or sing in a soft, low voice, especially in a sentimental manner

In her younger days, Wilma would be spellbound when she heard Frank Sinatra crooning to her over the radio.

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jabber - To talk rapidly and excitedly but with little sense

Irene jabbered so much that it sounded like she was talking to ten people at once.

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patter - A repeated light tapping

Being a new mother, Terri's heart filled with joy when she heard the patter of her baby's feet on the floor.

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squeak - Make a high-pitched sound or cry

The mouse squeaked in a high pitch to its fellow mice when it found a food source nearby.

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mutter - To say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation

After being yelled at by his boss, Ken muttered under his breath about how he hated his job.

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rumble - To make a low, continuous, heavy rolling sound.

When the country declared war, you could hear the rumble of tanks going to the front lines.

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shrill - (of a voice or sound) high-pitched and piercing

June had to plug her ears to avoid hearing the shrill voices of her screaming children.

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rattle - To disturb or unsettle someone, especially by causing anxiety or fear; or to make a series of short, sharp sounds.

The sudden loud noise rattled her, and for a long time she just couldn't calm down.

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tinkle - To make a light, clear ringing sound

The water would tinkle into the mall's fountain, soothing passing customers.