Answer:

squawks

Answer	Crossword Clue
SQUAWKS	Cries that jar
SQUAWKS	Grumbles
SQUAWKS	Gripes

SQUAWKS	Complains
SQUAWKS	Complains: Colloq.
SQUAWKS	Loud complaints: Colloq.

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.