Example Sentences

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Directors and playwrights can answer that question by exploring less familiar plays, some of which are crying out to be shared with the modern world.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

As often happens when difficulties arise beyond Wall Street’s control, investors are crying out for government help.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

According to Durham University assistant sociology professor Nikki Rutter parents are "crying out for help", often for a number of years, and "nothing is being done".

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

The daisies beneath him are crying — unhappy to be driven on.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2025

I am dimly aware that Zack and Beth are crying and that my parents are whispering.

From "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass