27 entries under shrill topic. ×

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scraping(noun, verb, adjective, blemishing)
10
grating(noun, adjective, rough, harsh, discordant)
8
rasping(noun, adjective, rough, coarse, gruff)
6
hoarse(adjective, raspy)
6
jarring
6
raucous
6
strident
4
harsh
4
jangling
4
piercing
4
shrill
2
acute
2
cutting
2
penetrating
2
screeching
2
squeaky
2
squealing
1
caterwauling
1
creaky
1
ear-piercing
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