cried (out)

Definition of cried (out)next
past tense of cry (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cried (out)
Verb
  • Behar exclaimed, referring to her cohost, who each talked about their experiences taking GLP-1s.
    Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Trump exclaimed on Truth Social after his initial call for help was rebuffed.
    ABC News, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Shortly after the lethal injection got underway, a warden shook Willacy and shouted his name, but there was no response.
    David Fischer, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Bryan stretched it out across something close to 20 minutes, weaving in introductions of his band members, letting each take a turn at showing off their prowess, while the crowd jumped, shouted and swayed in unison.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2026
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“Cried (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cried%20%28out%29. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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