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cried (out)

verb

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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Carrie Ann Inaba exclaimed, commending his groove and rhythm.

— Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026
Georgeff exclaimed shortly after beginning the walk, which her friends helped organize.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2026

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