cry down
The phrase "cry down" is often used to describe actions that involve belittling or drowning out someone or something.
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Definition
C1General
(idiomatic)To belittle or speak unfavorably about someone or something.
Example
- They tried to cry down his achievements, but everyone knew how hard he had worked.
C1Public Discourse
(formal, idiomatic)To publicly denounce or criticize in order to diminish reputation or value.
Example
- The politician's opponents attempted to cry down his policies during the debate.
C2Communication
(informal, idiomatic)To drown out someone's voice or opinion by making a louder noise.
Example
- The protesters cried down the speaker, making it impossible for him to continue.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cry down":
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