Cry over Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To show sadness or regret about something, especially something that cannot be changed. Often refers to feeling upset or complaining about past events.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in the phrase 'cry over spilled milk' to mean it's pointless to be upset about past mistakes. Informal and often used to give advice not to dwell on regrets. Rarely refers to actually crying (tears); more about feeling bad or complaining.
Example Sentences
Don't cry over your mistake; just learn from it.
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She always cries over lost opportunities.
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There's no use to cry over things you can't change.
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I know it's hard, but try not to cry over what happened yesterday.
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Why cry over spilled milk? Let's move on.
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He tends to cry over little problems instead of solving them.
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