SINCE 1828
in full cry
idiomDefinition of in full cry
1
: full of anger, excitement, etc., especially in reaction to something
The school's budget is being cut, and teachers and parents are in full cry.
2
of hunting dogs
: in the act of chasing an animal and making noise
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