cry
verb (used without object)
to utter inarticulate sounds, especially of lamentation, grief, or suffering, usually with tears.
has cried
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present perfectof cry (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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He has cried, he has scowled, he has scolded and he has unconditionally supported, and that’s just in the news conferences.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 12, 2025
For Perez’s part, she has cried nearly every day since this all began.
From Slate ● Sep. 18, 2024
"Everyone I have told so far has cried, and I cried when I was told, which goes to show how much of an honour it is and how much it means."
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2024
For Julie Robinson, 34, someone she has cried in front of is usually knit-worthy.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 24, 2023
She has cried a little talking about East St. Louis, and cheers herself up with his fingernails.
From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison
