hue and cry
Example Sentences
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Unfortunately, short of a loud and continuous hue and cry from the rest of us, hunger will continue apace and only those who experience it will see its effects.
From Salon • Mar. 14, 2023
It turned out to be less popular than many anticipated, and there was little hue and cry when it expired.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 23, 2022
"We grew up together, we used to play together. When he disappeared, there was a hue and cry," he said.
From BBC • Jul. 3, 2022
A recent trend has made it difficult for athletes to ignore the hue and cry.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2022
The ensuing hue and cry persuaded Nepal, in the spring of 1996, to abruptly cancel the four-expedition limit.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
