a small cry

Frequency: 6.89.1 per million words

A short, quiet sound, similar to 'a little cry'.

cryADJECTIVE + cry (noun: shout/loud noise)

Categories:

small

Examples (10)

  • She stifled a small cry when she saw the spider.
  • A small cry escaped her lips as she stumbled.
  • The baby gave a small cry before falling asleep.
  • He heard a small cry from the other room.
  • She let out a small cry of surprise.
  • A small cry of pain came from the injured bird.
  • The child made a small cry when the toy broke.
  • There was a small cry in the darkness.
  • She suppressed a small cry of disappointment.
  • A small cry echoed through the empty hallway.