chirrup

Definition of chirrupnext
as in to chirp
to make a short sharp sound like a small bird the kitten chirruped insistently for her dinner

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  • The sound of cars has disappeared in the wealthy El Vedado neighborhood, where the soundscape of chirping birds has reemerged.
    ABC News, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
  • Since buying controlling interest of the club, Overland Park billionaire Peter Mallouk has been vocal about spending money to make the club better, even chirping in some fan social media comments.
    PJ Green April 16, Kansas City Star, 16 Apr. 2026
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“Chirrup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chirrup. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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