Definitions
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- adjective abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule
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Examples
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Those behind the fence frequently shouted and yelped in taunts and gibelike cries, but the regiment maintained a stressed silence.
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Those behind the fence frequently shouted and yelped in taunts and gibelike cries, but the regiment maintained a stressed silence.
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Those behind the fence frequently shouted and yelped in taunts and gibelike cries, but the regiment maintained a stressed silence.
The Red Badge of Courage Crane, Stephen, 1871-1900 1895
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Those behind the fence frequently shouted and yelped in taunts and gibelike cries, but the regiment maintained a stressed silence.
The Red Badge of Courage Stephen Crane 1885
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Those behind the fence frequently shouted and yelped in taunts and gibelike cries, but the regiment maintained a stressed silence.
The Red Badge of Courage Stephen Crane 1885
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