cry (for)

verb

Definition of cry (for)next
1
as in to grieve (for)

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2
as in to clamor (for)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cry (for)
  1. weep
  2. ask
  3. keen
  4. beg
  5. regret
  6. moan
  7. elegize
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  • Gardener Tomoki Kato crafted a multilayered landscape featuring undulating mounds, red pine trees, a weeping cherry tree, and a pond.
    — Joanna Kawecki, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Several of his most ardent supporters who attended Friday’s hearing were seen weeping in the courtroom benches.
    — Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of weep
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  • Appearing on Fox News on Thursday, Vance was asked how the conflict could ultimately end.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Women considering enlistment are generally more likely to ask practical questions about pregnancy policies, hygiene and whether barracks were coed, recruiters and women currently serving explained.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of ask
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  • Kwon moves fluidly from intimate memories of being a Korean American in Los Angeles to keen social critique, touching on body-shaming, mental health, the weight of Korea’s history, and the nuances of diaspora.
    — Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 30 June 2026
  • But Americans don't seem to keen on the idea, according to a Pew Research Center survey released earlier this year.
    — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 23 May 2026
Definition of keen
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  • By summer, buds cover the plant and, soon, soft, layered blossoms are begging you to cut them for the perfect bouquet.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Canada and New England fall foliage sailings and sunny South Pacific routes are other itineraries that practically beg for a balcony stateroom.
    — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of beg
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  • The Argentina international defender, now a coach at Arsenal, came to regret the saga.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Mike, the moderator of the /porcelainveneerstruth subreddit, has made his corner of the internet a safe space not only for those who regret their veneers, but for people who are looking for guidance on where to start the process.
    — Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of regret
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  • Hall wrote in his report that Hamilton lay down in the backseat of the police vehicle, moaning and not responding, prompting first responders to give him Narcan.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 14 Aug. 2026
  • After the guards left, the man continued to moan; his cellmates called for a doctor.
    — Joshua Yaffa, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of moan
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  • Spielberg h as chosen to elegize the story by romanticizing it, swathing the characters in Norman Rockwell attitudes, a meddlesome symphonic score, and a golden fairy dust that shines through the windows like God's blessing.
    — Eliza Berman, Time, 5 Oct. 2017
  • In writing about her cousin, Allen is also elegizing other black men victimized by poverty, drugs and unequal justice.
    — Julia M. Klein, chicagotribune.com, 8 Sep. 2017
Definition of elegize
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