
Squawk
Bird Connection
Used to describe specific bird noises, not all animal sounds.

Listening in the garden, I could hear the distinct squawk of a crow.
Harshness Implied
Implies an unpleasant, grating sound, not a melodious chirp.

The jarring squawk of the cockatoo pierced the otherwise tranquil zoo.
Startling Effect
Often used when a bird's squawk causes surprise or alarm.

A sudden squawk from the treetops made me jump.
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