Yapping

Yapping, the present participle of the verb 'yap,' describes the act of making short, sharp, usually high-pitched barks or utterances, most commonly associated with small dogs. Figuratively, it can refer to incessant or trivial chatter, complaints, or criticism. The word often implies an annoying or irritating quality to the sound or speech. It suggests a lack of seriousness or meaningful content in the vocalization, creating the impression of an aimless noise or communication.

Yapping meaning with examples

• The tiny chihuahua's incessant yapping filled the park with a constant, high-pitched noise, which often interrupted conversations. Other dogs often growled back, escalating the situation. The owner struggled to quiet the dog, but his attempts proved futile. Eventually, the dog's yapping subsided when it became tired.
• The neighbor's dog's yapping every morning woke the family up before dawn, interrupting their sleep. They had tried to ignore it, but the persistent, sharp barks became unbearable over time. They complained, and the neighbors tried to keep the dog in. However, the yapping continued despite their efforts.
• During the meeting, the marketing director's endless yapping about the upcoming campaign frustrated the team. While seemingly enthusiastic, his suggestions lacked substance, delaying their progress. The team, however, tried to ignore the yapping to stay on track and finish their task.
• The political commentator's nightly yapping on television about the current administration, though loud, provided little in-depth analysis. His pronouncements, full of exaggerations, were often perceived as uninformed. Most viewers sought another news source, tired of the yapping, seeking for actual news.
• Despite the calm atmosphere, the audience members heard constant yapping of the toddler. Although cute, the parent struggled to keep the child quiet, yet the noisy sounds grew through the event. The noise, created by the yapping, drew attention from other people attending the event.