a cry goes up

Frequency: 6.57.9 per million words

When a shout is made by a group of people at the same time.

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Examples (10)

  • A cry went up when it was discovered their man had escaped.
  • As the final goal was scored, a triumphant cry went up from the fans.
  • A cry of protest went up from the crowd when the controversial decision was announced.
  • When the CEO announced layoffs, a low cry of dismay went up through the room.
  • Whenever the rockstar appears on stage, a deafening cry goes up from the audience.
  • A cry for justice has gone up in communities across the country.
  • As the first flames appeared, a terrified cry went up from the onlookers.
  • We expect a huge cry of approval will go up if our proposal is accepted.
  • From the back of the hall, a single cry of 'Encore!' went up, soon joined by others.
  • When the verdict was read, a mixed cry of relief and disappointment went up in the courtroom.