Meaning of cry uncle | Babel Free
Definitions
To beg for mercy; to give up, admit defeat, surrender; indicate submission, such as when wrestling.
US, colloquial
Examples
“The Powels would serve strong punch and play loud music, and their parties ended when the last guest cried uncle, often a day and half after they began.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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