cry the blues
The phrase "cry the blues" originates from blues music, where artists often express deep emotions and sorrow.
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Definition
B2Idiomatic
(informal)To complain or express sadness, often to gain sympathy.
Example
- He's always crying the blues about his job, but he never tries to find a new one.
B2Music
(musical)To perform in the style of blues music, characterized by its expressive and melancholic tone.
Example
- She can really cry the blues; her voice captures the essence of the genre.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cry the blues":
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