cry — to shed tears, typically as an expression of distress, pain, or sorrow
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to shed tears, typically as an expression of distress, pain, or sorrow
Pronunciation (IPA): /kraɪ/
Example Sentences
- Don't cry over spilled milk - your phone falling in coffee happens to everyone!
- The coach's battle cry was 'Pizza party if we win!'
- She cried tears of joy when she passed the exam
cry
VERB[/kraɪ/]
to shed tears, typically as an expression of distress, pain, or sorrow
The little boy began to cry loudly after dropping his ice cream on the sidewalk.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'crier' (to cry out, proclaim), which traces back to Latin 'quiritare' (to call for help from citizens). The Latin root is connected to 'Quirites' (Roman citizens), reflecting the original sense of raising one's voice to seek public assistance.
Breakdown
Old French 'crier' (to cry out) > Middle English 'crien' > Modern English 'cry'. The Latin root 'quiritare' combines 'Quiris' (citizen) + the verb suffix '-tare', literally meaning to appeal to citizens.
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📝Examples
“Don't cry over spilled milk - your phone falling in coffee happens to everyone!”
“The coach's battle cry was 'Pizza party if we win!'”
“She cried tears of joy when she passed the exam”
“This messy room is a far cry from the clean one in the photos”
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