cried (out)

verb

Definition of cried (out)next
past tense of cry (out)
as in exclaimed
to utter with a sudden burst of strong feeling "I can't stand it!" he cried out

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  1. exclaimed
  2. shouted
Verb
  • Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully exclaimed.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
  • Douglas exclaimed after shrieking for a moment.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Definition of exclaimed
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  • The Four Seasons actress shouted out her husband, Jeff Richmond, ahead of their 25th wedding anniversary with her signature wit.
    — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
  • Several petites shouted out these wide-leg pants as friendly for smaller frames.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 2 June 2026
Definition of shouted
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“Cried (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cried%20%28out%29. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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