Meaning of the word "for crying out loud" in English
What does "for crying out loud" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
for crying out loud
US /fɔː ˌkraɪ.ɪŋ aʊt ˈlaʊd/
UK /fɔː ˈkraɪ.ɪŋ aʊt laʊd/
Exclamation
used to express exasperation or to emphasize a request or command
Example:
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Oh, for crying out loud, just tell me what you want!
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Can you please turn that music down, for crying out loud?
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