cry out for
Example Sentences
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Bennett said the couple also went on a seperate hunger striker back in November as a "cry out for help".
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
A people can’t cry out for deliverance while refusing correction or ask God for justice while excusing wrongdoing in its own ranks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 15, 2026
The scenes between Sally and Blankson-Wood’s Clifford cry out for an acting coach — not a thought I can remember having at a premium Broadway revival of a classic musical in recent seasons.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 21, 2024
Doesn’t such a radical outcome cry out for an explanation?
From Slate ● Jan. 23, 2024
With Mother’s help, I rise to leave, but I am seized by a pain that grips my entire belly and I cry out for help.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
