cry out for

1. see cry for.

Example Sentences

The way in which they were targeted by the Proteas left England crying out for a seam-bowling all-rounder, but they are in short supply.

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The Women's World Cup was dominated by one-sided scorelines in the opening round of games and was crying out for an edge-of-your seat classic.

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Ineos has come in and we have more of a structure at the club, which we have been crying out for, yet somehow it is still not quite working.

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Her friend explained that she had heard Rachel crying out for help on the phone, but that Zou wouldn't reveal his address.

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Norwich have been crying out for a quick winger who can deliver quality into the box, and in Papa Amadou Diallo they have a player reputed to be the quickest in the league.

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Related Words

• ask 
• call for 
• fail 
• need 
• take 
• want