Example Sentences

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Cries for a salary cap when negotiations begin for a new collective bargaining agreement at season’s end peppered social media.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

Cries of dismay sounded from the derelict house as the cloud of sparks flooded inside, interrupting the game and burning a small hole in one man’s shirt.

From Salon • Feb. 2, 2025

Bitter Cries At Russian weddings, when guests shout the word “gorko,” or “bitter,” the newly married couple should immediately kiss.

From New York Times • Jan. 17, 2024

Cries of “No!” and “Yes!” echoed through the halls of the Capitol as security personnel guarded the locked doors of the chamber.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 23, 2023

Cries of protest rose up from the passengers below.

From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson