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shrill
Example
The whistle emitted a shrill noise, signaling the start of the game.
The toddler let out a shrill scream in the supermarket, catching everyone 's attention.
The teapot whistled with a shrill tone when the water reached boiling point.
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insistent and sharp in demand or complaint
Example
His shrill complaints about the food became unbearable.
Her shrill demand for a refund echoed through the store.
The shrill request for attention cut through the noise of the crowd.
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having a sharp, piercing quality that is intense and noticeable
Example
The whistle emitted a shrill noise, signaling the start of the game.
The toddler let out a shrill scream in the supermarket, catching everyone's attention.
The teapot whistled with a shrill tone when the water reached boiling point.
The emergency siren wailed with a shrill pitch, alerting residents to take cover.
The shrill sound of the alarm clock jolted her awake.
