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crow

Pronunciation: [kroʊ]

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Learn how to use crow in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “nature”

(noun) a large black bird known for its loud cawing sound. Crows are clever and often found in groups. They can be seen in parks or flying in the sky.

Example

Yesterday, I saw a crow sitting on a tree branch.

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I didn’t see any crows in the park today; it was very quiet.

Example

Have you ever seen a crow in your backyard?

Context: “behavior”

(verb) to make a loud, sharp cry like a bird, especially a crow. When someone is really happy about something they did, they might crow with joy.

Example

After winning the game, he crowed with delight.

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She didn't crow about her success; she preferred to be humble.

Example

Why did he crow so loudly when he finished the project?

Context: “celebration”

(verb) to brag or talk proudly about an achievement. This is usually done in a way that can be seen as showing off.

Example

She crowed about her high score in the test to her friends.

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He doesn't crow about his accomplishments; he stays modest.

Example

Is it okay to crow about your victories?

How to pronounce crow

Pronunciation: [kroʊ]

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