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to bawl
01
to shout loudly and emotionally, often expressing distress, anger, or frustration
Intransitive
Examples
Frustrated by the unexpected setback, he could n't help but bawl in anger.
As the children played in the yard, the mother bawled for them to come inside for dinner.
02
to cry in a loud manner with strong emotions or distress
Intransitive
Examples
The baby began to bawl when it was hungry.
Frustrated by the situation, she started to bawl uncontrollably.
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