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Growling

Growling is the sound that some animals make when they want to show that they're angry or scared. It's like a low, rumbling grumble that comes from deep inside their throats. Animals like dogs, cats and bears are very good at growling because they have strong vocal cords and powerful chests.

When a dog growls, it's often a warning sign that they don't want to be bothered or that someone is invading their space. It's their way of saying, "Hey, back off! I'm not happy about this!" Cats and other animals also use growling to show their displeasure or to defend themselves from danger.

Humans can also make growling sounds, but it's usually not a natural thing for us. We might do it when we're trying to imitate an animal or when we're pretending to be scary. But in general, growling is mostly something that animals do to communicate with each other. So if you ever hear a growling sound, be sure to give the animal some space and let them calm down before approaching them.
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