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  1. What does the expression "for crying out loud" mean? [closed]

    Because 'for crying out loud' is a substitute for something else, it is difficult to find its meaning. Whereas, if you said 'for Christ's sake', it would be clear that this was an appeal for divine …

  2. "Loud" and "loudly": how to use them? [duplicate]

    Which one should I use? Play music loud Play music loudly I think "play music loudly" is right but "play music loud" is used more. Please tell me your opinion and the reason why you choose it. …

  3. adjectives - "More loudly" vs "louder". Correct usage - English ...

    Jul 28, 2014 · What is the correct usage of the adjective "loud"? Please sing louder Please sing more loudly I came across this in one of the quizzes at office, and as per them, the correct …

  4. How should one say times aloud in 24-hour notation?

    A couple years ago, I switched all my personal clocks 24-hour notation. I live in the US, and 24-hour time is used very, very rarely. So, I haven't been able to listen to anyone say times aloud. …

  5. etymology - Deconstructing 'for crying out loud' - English …

    How did the phrase/idiom for crying out loud come about? I don't understand what is "for" doing here. For X means that X is a requirement that has to be fulfilled. Why don't you do it *for X* …

  6. Would you say "quote/end quote"? - English Language & Usage …

    A girl said, quote, I want a lollipop, end quote, as she walked past the candy store. Would you say it like that out loud?

  7. Were clothes called "loud" because they actually made a noise?

    Oct 4, 2020 · A loud shirt According to Etymology.com, the adjective loud with its meaning of flamboyant, bright colours can be traced back to the late nineteenth century. loud (adj.) …

  8. Word for sound of a crowd talking all around you [closed]

    Apr 27, 2017 · Well, personally, I like din since it's always appropriate if the noise of a crowd is unpleasantly loud enough to be noticed in the first place. As far as things people haven't …

  9. Different types of whistling - English Language & Usage Stack …

    The sound produced by this method is piercing and one should practice regularly in order to master this loud whistling technique. Teeth Whistling: It is the most difficult form of whistling …

  10. Why do firearms "report"? - English Language & Usage Stack …

    Jan 6, 2016 · A written account of something you have observed or witnessed. 2. A oral definition of an incident after it happened. 3. The imperative usage "Report to my office at once!" Well …