Honking or screeching, for example Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

SCREECHING (noun)
1. sharp piercing cry
2. a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
EXAMPLE (noun)
1. a representative form or pattern
2. something to be imitated

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