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as in sensational
arousing a strong and usually superficial interest or emotional reaction
screaming headlines about the latest showbiz scandal
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as in funny
causing or intended to cause laughter
a screaming picture of everyone making silly faces
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as in shrieking
to cry out loudly and emotionally
we screamed when the roller coaster began its 30-foot plunge
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as in laughing
to show mirth with an explosive vocal sound
you'll scream when you see the outfit that she's wearing
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as in complaining
to express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely
angry residents screamed that their neighborhood still hadn't been plowed a week after the snowstorm
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Recent Examples of screaming
Chris Lee, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2021
Luzdelia Caballero, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Late in the second quarter of Sunday night’s game at Madison Square Garden, with the lead slipping away in what would eventually be a 110-107 Warriors loss to the Knicks, Steve Kerr was caught on camera screaming and pointing at Will Richard after a turnover.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Dispatch heard screaming during the call, and there was a report of eight people pointing guns at each other.
—Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2026
On scene, Richardson was screaming at officers and had to be forced into a patrol car, records allege.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
If Julie was being decapitated by hedge clippers, Shad was cueing her when to start screaming.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Many children were also heard screaming as the incident unfolded, with some urging them to fight while others told them to stop.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Hearing the Creature screaming his name, Victor turns back.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
One fan’s decision to belt out power ballads instead of just screaming during Stanford’s free throws at the ACC Tournament has turned into the most shareable fan moment heading into March Madness.
—Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
There was more screaming and yelling for people who wanted to get a ventilator available in their home.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2021
Verb
Witnesses recorded a video of Barranco screaming in pain as four agents piled on top of him and punched him during the arrest.
—Luzdelia Caballero, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Late in the second quarter of Sunday night’s game at Madison Square Garden, with the lead slipping away in what would eventually be a 110-107 Warriors loss to the Knicks, Steve Kerr was caught on camera screaming and pointing at Will Richard after a turnover.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Dispatch heard screaming during the call, and there was a report of eight people pointing guns at each other.
—Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 16 Mar. 2026
On scene, Richardson was screaming at officers and had to be forced into a patrol car, records allege.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
If Julie was being decapitated by hedge clippers, Shad was cueing her when to start screaming.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Many children were also heard screaming as the incident unfolded, with some urging them to fight while others told them to stop.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Hearing the Creature screaming his name, Victor turns back.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
One fan’s decision to belt out power ballads instead of just screaming during Stanford’s free throws at the ACC Tournament has turned into the most shareable fan moment heading into March Madness.
—Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for screaming
Adjective
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Rob Martin was sensational for High Point, scoring 23 points.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 Mar. 2026
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Blakes has had a sensational sophomore season, leading the country in scoring with 27 points a game.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Accidentally running face-first into your mom’s butt is funny, no matter your species.—
Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
20 Mar. 2026
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At work, while reporting near a looming tornado, Clark meets Floyd (played with a touching, funny pathos by David Harbour), a sign-language interpreter.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The finale is an ambiguous mix of jollity and agitation, with a piccolo shrieking above a militant march.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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When his kids melted down and started shrieking over the usual tantrum-inducing nonsense that sometimes sets off 4-year-olds, Buttigieg looked around nervously, gathered his family, and left the shop fast.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
3 Mar. 2026
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Inspired by the two authors' real-life childhood diaries, the show explores every stage of womanhood from growing up to getting older and laughing all the way.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Kulukundis said, as the camera cut to Anderson and wife Maya Rudolph laughing at the quip.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Mar. 2026
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Paktyawal began complaining of shortness of breath and chest pains while being held in a holding room at the Dallas ICE field office on Friday evening and was taken to the hospital to receive breathing treatment, the agency said.—
Aarón Torres,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Many are complaining about their local property tax.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The expansive menu includes chicken and waffles, boasting crunchy, juicy white or dark meat and golden, crisp waffles.—
Rafael Peña,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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Turn the toughest cuts of meats and vegetables into tender, juicy meals with this cast-iron braiser.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Incorporating magical realism into the comedic and, at times, poignant overtones can be a tricky feat, but Devantez and company do it with great craft and care.—
Courtney Howard,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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Adapted from a Norwegian-language film from director Tommy Wirkola, this movie needs a director who can smoothly shift from silly to sadistic within a single scene, and Jaccone’s broad comedic sensibilities aren’t up to the task.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Something’s always smoking or squealing with these boys, huh?—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
16 Mar. 2026
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Someone was squealing and crying at the same time, as if caught in a trap.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Screaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/screaming. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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