cry (out)

as in to exclaim
to utter with a sudden burst of strong feeling "I can't stand it!" he cried out

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Verb
  • Buss exclaims, making Hudson and Kaling laugh harder.
    Angelique Jackson, Variety, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Handler recalled exclaiming to a friend at the time.
    Ashley Hume, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
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  • The new inmates were then forced to kneel while prison guards shaved their hair and shouted commands.
    Michael Rios, CNN, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Meghan talked about struggling with toxic press coverage while Harry described how his older brother, Prince William, shouted at him.
    Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 17 Mar. 2025
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  • The crowd roared as Thomas moved to 11-under on the day.
    Bennett Conlin, Baltimore Sun, 14 Mar. 2025
  • This boutique property offers it all—four-poster beds, roaring fireplaces, and plenty of mature gardens for peaceful afternoon strolls.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025
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“Cry (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cry%20%28out%29. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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