snarls
Pronunciation: [snɑrlz]
Context: "animal behavior"
(verb) to make a low, angry sound, often out of frustration or to show warning. When dogs show their teeth and growl, they are snarling.
Example
The dog snarls when it feels threatened, warning others to stay away.
Example
The dog did not snarl at all; it was calm and friendly.
Example
Why is the dog snarling at the stranger?
Context: "conflict or tension"
(verb) to speak in a fierce, angry way. It can mean someone is arguing or showing they are upset.
Example
She snarls her words when she is really mad about something.
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He didn't snarl; instead, he spoke kindly and politely.
Example
Why did she snarl when he asked her to help?
Context: "animal behavior"
(noun) the fierce, low sound made by an animal, especially dogs. This sound can be a warning to keep away.
Example
The snarls of the dog made the children step back.
Example
There were no snarls from the puppy; it was playing happily.
Example
Did you hear the snarls from the dog when it saw the cat?
Context: "conflict or tension"
(noun) a fierce or angry way of speaking. This usually means that someone is upset or frustrated.
Example
His snarls during the argument showed how angry he was.
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Her words were not snarls; they were calm and understanding.
Example
What caused all the snarls during the meeting?