cry
verb (used without object)
to utter inarticulate sounds, especially of lamentation, grief, or suffering, usually with tears.
will cry
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future tenseof cry.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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Even if the struggle is on the level, the loser will cry foul.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
We will cry a lot for those we lost—students and colleagues from that beautiful school.
From Slate ● Jan. 18, 2025
Sade, “Young Lion” If you are a parent, you will cry.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 10, 2024
No, they don’t think Ms. Swift will cry if the Chiefs lose.
From New York Times ● Feb. 5, 2024
I’m afraid I will cry, great sopping tears of reconciliation.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
