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to cry
01
to have tears coming from your eyes as a result of a strong emotion such as sadness, pain, or sorrow
Intransitive
Examples
Despite his efforts to remain strong, he eventually broke down and cried in grief.
1.1
utter a sudden loud cry
Intransitive
Examples
As the pain intensified, he could n't help but cry out in agony.
02
to speak or call out in a loud, emotional tone
Transitive: to cry sth
Examples
" Watch out! " he cried as the car sped toward the crosswalk.
03
to call out the names of goods being sold in a loud voice to attract buyers
Transitive: to cry products or goods for sale
Examples
The vendor cried fresh apples and oranges to passersby in the busy market.
04
to produce a distinctive, loud call or sound, typical of a particular bird or animal
Intransitive
Examples
The eagle cried as it soared high above the cliffs.
05
to urgently call for action or attention
Intransitive: to cry for an action or response
Examples
The situation cried for immediate intervention to avoid further damage.
06
to react to something extremely funny, absurd, or moving; used in the progressive form
SlangExamples
He wore Crocs to prom — crying.
Cry
01
a fit of weeping
02
a shout that typically expresses a strong emotion such as pain, fear, excitement, or protest
Examples
Her cry of pain echoed through the room as she stubbed her toe.
03
a slogan used to rally support for a cause
04
the characteristic utterance of an animal
Lexical Tree
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