as in cries
a sudden short emotional utterance
a chorus of angry interjections greeted the announcement that our flight would be delayed
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Recent Examples of interjections
The rest were reactions and questions and interjections of shock.
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 26 Nov. 2025
Having been friends and collaborators for over two decades, the group's conversations are lively and filled with excited interjections, ultimately leading to agreement.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Neither leader appeared frustrated, and there were no remarks or interjections from any of the other officials in the room.
—Jesus Mesa
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
Scoffs could be heard at points on both sides and multiple audience members made loud, sometimes profane interjections at various assertions from Walton, Kennedy and Suarez.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Different interjections can send slightly different signals.
—Bob Holmes, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Mar. 2025
Further, our species uses interjections to express emotions.
—Katarzyna Pisanski, Scientific American, 21 Feb. 2025
Those harsh, swelling wails of warning become the film’s punctuating sonic motif — in stark contrast to the buoyant, babbling vocal interjections of Alexey Shmurak’s unexpected a cappella score, a literal chorus of humanity amid the chaos.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 20 Feb. 2025
Adams, who graduated from Oakland University with a degree in harpsichord composition, was known for blending a variety of musical styles with calming, cozy interjections that cemented her presence on radios across southwestern Michigan.
—Liam Rappleye, Detroit Free Press, 29 Dec. 2024
Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 26 Nov. 2025
Having been friends and collaborators for over two decades, the group's conversations are lively and filled with excited interjections, ultimately leading to agreement.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Neither leader appeared frustrated, and there were no remarks or interjections from any of the other officials in the room.
—Jesus Mesa
gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
Scoffs could be heard at points on both sides and multiple audience members made loud, sometimes profane interjections at various assertions from Walton, Kennedy and Suarez.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Different interjections can send slightly different signals.
—Bob Holmes, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Mar. 2025
Further, our species uses interjections to express emotions.
—Katarzyna Pisanski, Scientific American, 21 Feb. 2025
Those harsh, swelling wails of warning become the film’s punctuating sonic motif — in stark contrast to the buoyant, babbling vocal interjections of Alexey Shmurak’s unexpected a cappella score, a literal chorus of humanity amid the chaos.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 20 Feb. 2025
Adams, who graduated from Oakland University with a degree in harpsichord composition, was known for blending a variety of musical styles with calming, cozy interjections that cemented her presence on radios across southwestern Michigan.
—Liam Rappleye, Detroit Free Press, 29 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interjections
Noun
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No wonder then, when substitute Mia Enderby met Jenna Clark’s cross perfectly in the 92nd minute, putting Liverpool 1-0 up, the cries of celebration spilled out before the ball had officially crossed the goal line.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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When the time comes, listen to the whistles, the car horns, the cries in the air.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Listeners replied with claps and exclamations of eager agreement.—
Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2026
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His popularity in other corners was evident in an October appearance on The View, in which cohost Whoopi Goldberg had to reprimand the audience for shouting out too many supportive exclamations.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That the trio’s affection often expresses itself in frustrated shouts, sighed exasperation or muted defeat, has become part of the bargain for 38-year-old Anna, who takes care of and is cared for by her parents (Victor Slezak as Dad and Marceline Hugot as Mom).—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Buena Park girls basketball players Jordyn McKnight and Kerianne Ta’aga said the volume in their locker room at halftime Friday rose to shouts for more energy.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Charles’ pack of dogs incessantly barked blood curdling screams.—
Scott Haugen,
Outdoor Life,
4 Feb. 2026
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From another ward not too far away, the piercing screams of a patient are audible.—
Sophia Saifi,
CNN Money,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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After all, science says regular ejaculations are healthy.—
Mikelle Street,
Them.,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Interjections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interjections. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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