start to wail

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to commence the action of wailing

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Examples (10)

  • The baby began to fuss, then started to wail loudly.
  • As the ambulance approached, its siren started to wail.
  • She could feel the panic rise and start to wail uncontrollably.
  • When the news broke, the crowd started to wail in collective grief.
  • The old machinery would often start to wail before breaking down.
  • Don't let the child start to wail; try to comfort him.
  • If the burglar alarm starts to wail, the police will be here quickly.
  • The wind started to wail through the cracks in the old house.
  • He knew his dog would start to wail if left alone too long.
  • Suddenly, a distant air raid siren started to wail.