cry
Example Sentences
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A DNA-editing feat involving editing the genes of early stage embryos—a far cry from designer babies, but nevertheless a step in that direction—was announced this week.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
"I know there's going to be tears, I might cry myself," she says.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
In the “Strong Boys Club,” he and the grown men around him cry.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
At subway stations, US actor and comedian Tracy Morgan's voice booms out over the speakers with a rallying cry of "Orange and blue skies, baby!" and "Go New York, Go!"
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
From deep within the cave came a cry.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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