1. past tense of cry; shed tears, especially as an expression of distress, pain, or sorrow
2. past tense of cry; called out loudly or shouted

Examples

• She cried when she heard the sad news.
• The baby cried all night long.
• He cried out for help when he fell.
• The vendor cried his wares in the marketplace.
• They cried tears of joy at the reunion.
• The child cried loudly after scraping his knee.
• She cried his name across the crowded room.