Dictionary Check: cry
"cry" is a valid word!
Scrabble
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Words with Friends
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Definition
noun
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
Example:
"the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience"
noun
a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
Example:
"a cry of rage"
noun
a slogan used to rally support for a cause
Example:
"a cry to arms"
noun
a fit of weeping
Example:
"had a good cry"
noun
the characteristic utterance of an animal
Example:
"animal cries filled the night"
verb
utter a sudden loud cry
Example:
"she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle"
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