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Cried Off

Definition:

(verb phrase)

1. To withdraw or back out of a planned event, commitment, or arrangement, typically due to a change of mind or circumstances.

2. To cancel or abandon an engagement at the last minute.

Senses:

Noun:

1. The act of withdrawing from a previously agreed arrangement.

Sample Sentences:

1. Verb sense 1:

- She cried off from attending the conference after realizing she had double-booked herself.

- He was supposed to host the party, but he cried off hours before it was due to start.

2. Verb sense 2:

- The football match was about to begin when the opposing team cried off, leaving the spectators disappointed.

- We had to find a new venue for the concert when the original one cried off at the last minute.

3. Noun sense 1:

- His cried-off from the wedding caused a lot of inconvenience to the bride and groom.

- The committee had to deal with several cried-offs when organizing the charity event.

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