
Exclaim
Sudden Utterance
Used when someone speaks suddenly without planning what to say, often due to a strong reaction.

He stepped on a toy and exclaimed, 'Ouch!'
Strong Emotion
Shows a burst of feeling like excitement or anger which is hard to keep hidden.

On winning the prize, she exclaimed with joy.
Audible Reaction
Often louder and more noticeable than regular speech, as it's a reaction to stimuli.

The audience exclaimed in astonishment at the magician's trick.
Compare with
AnnounceCall outCry outDeclareProclaimShoutYell
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