plaintive cry
Example Sentences
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He's done so much in the Scotland jersey, but the "Super John McGinn" song has now become more of a plaintive cry than a statement of fact.
From BBC ● Jun. 27, 2026
Thursday’s sold-out finale is a definitive retort to the plaintive cry among Oakland fans: Is there anyone that can stop this move?
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2024
In Spotsylvania County, both sides can agree that Tuesday’s election will determine whether any progress is possible and whether a plaintive cry to restore civility, heard from many across the political spectrum, can be met.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 5, 2023
A plaintive cry is rising from America’s dining rooms: Can we get some service around here?
From New York Times ● May 30, 2023
His very teeth were floating and his voice was a plaintive cry as he begged our father to rise from his throne and enter into family life.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
