There’s nothing wrong with saying “they shouted”, but if you want to mix it up or be more specific, here are some alternatives:
| Yelled |
To shout, often in anger or excitement.
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| Screamed |
Loud, high-pitched sound, typically out of fear, hysterical excitement, or pain
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| Bellowed |
To shout deeply with a booming voice
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| Shrieked |
To make a loud, piercing cry or scream
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| Roared |
To shout with a deep or resonant voice
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| Cried out |
To shout or exclaim loudly and suddenly
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| Squealed |
High-pitched sound, often delighted or disgusted
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| Thundered |
To shout with great force and volume
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| Barked |
To shout/speak sharply and abruptly, often with a commanding tone
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| Wailed |
Prolonged high-pitched shout, especially in grief or despair.
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| Yelped |
Short, sharp shout (often surprised)
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| Screeched |
Loud, shrill, harsh shouting
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