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crying

[ˈkraɪɪŋ]

crying Definition

the act of shedding tears in response to an emotional state or physical irritation.

Using crying: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "crying" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She couldn't stop crying after hearing the news.

  • Example

    The baby's crying kept me up all night.

  • Example

    He was crying with joy when he received the award.

crying Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with crying

  • cry one's eyes out

    to cry excessively and for a long time

    Example

    After her breakup, she cried her eyes out for days.

  • to laugh while crying, often due to a mix of emotions

    Example

    She was laughing through tears as she watched the touching video.

  • not worth worrying about something that has already happened and cannot be changed

    Example

    I know you made a mistake, but it's not worth crying over spilled milk.

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Summary: crying in Brief

Crying [ˈkraɪɪŋ] is the act of shedding tears in response to an emotional state or physical irritation. It can be caused by various reasons such as sadness, happiness, or physical pain. Phrases like 'cry one's eyes out' and 'laughing through tears' describe the intensity of crying, while 'not worth crying over spilled milk' suggests that some things are not worth worrying about.