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hue and cries

Definition of hue and criesnext
plural of hue and cry
as in noises
a violent shouting the hue and cry in the classroom when someone let loose a snake

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Noun
  • Soft-close cabinetry is another staple of 2026 kitchen design, according to the report, a trait that not only aids durability but also prevents jarring noises.
    Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Turns out, those crystal bowls and milk glass dishes—both of which made ample clinking noises—were perfect for alerting grandma that little ones were snagging candy before dinner.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The people want to see Varang’s fierce roars!
    Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 3 Jan. 2026
  • White then nailed a step back 3, drawing more roars, and Jones hit a reverse layup.
    CBS News, CBS News, 27 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • The year's first full moon is best known as the wolf moon since the howls of wolves were more likely to be heard during winter, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
    Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
  • United Methodist leadership with the bishop’s office preached to students, who welcomed the leaders with excited howls.
    Liam Adams, Nashville Tennessean, 29 Oct. 2025
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“Hue and cries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hue%20and%20cries. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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