blubber out
Definition
Verb: - To speak or utter words while crying, often in a way that is unclear, choked, or interrupted by sobs. It implies that the emotional state of crying makes the speech difficult to understand.
Usage and Examples
The verb "blubber out" is used to describe the act of trying to communicate something verbally while actively crying. It often carries a connotation of emotional distress.
Advanced Usage
- The phrase often describes a forced or difficult utterance made during a high state of emotion. It is typically used with direct speech or the thing that is said (e.g., an apology, a confession, a story).
- It can sometimes imply a lack of composure or control over one's speech due to crying.
Variants and Related Words
- Blubber (verb): To cry noisily and uncontrollably. (e.g., )
- Blubbery (adjective): Relating to or resembling blubber (fat); not directly related to the act of crying.
Synonyms
- Sob out: To speak while sobbing.
- Weep out: To utter while weeping. (Less common)
- Say tearfully: A more descriptive phrase with a similar meaning.
Phrasal Verbs
"Blubber out" is itself a phrasal verb. It is not commonly separated (e.g., "blubber the story out" is possible but "blubber out the story" is more standard).
Related Idioms
- To break down in tears: To start crying uncontrollably, which may precede or accompany "blubbering out" words.
- A crying jag: A period of uncontrolled crying, during which one might "blubber out" speech.
Verb
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utter while crying
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