cry out for

Example Sentences

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"This cries out for a review without a doubt," he said.

From BBC

During his official visit to China in January, Starmer said British businesses had been "crying out for ways to grow their footprints in China".

From BBC

Ted is a cartoon creep with an Oxbridge hauteur, but Theo’s shortcomings may be too subtly rendered for a play that cries out for more definition.

From Los Angeles Times

I slump against the doorframe, about to cry out for help, when I feel a tiny hand tugging on my shirt.

From Literature

They are turning into a dangerous and cohesive pairing - and England have been crying out for a midfield combination with those qualities for ages.

From BBC