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The word cried is a versatile English verb used to describe both emotional weeping and loud shouting. In this lesson, we explore its primary meanings as the past tense of cry, covering everything from shedding tears of joy to calling out for help in an emergency. You will also learn about important phrasal verbs like cry off and famous idioms such as crying over spilled milk. We compare synonyms like wept and sobbed to help you choose the right word for every situation. Watch this lesson to master the usage and nuances of cried.

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The young child sat on the wooden floor and cried after dropping his ice cream cone.