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Meaning of don't cry for me, Argentina | Babel Free

Phrase CEFR C2

Definitions

Used to express that the speaker does not need sympathy or compassion.

humorous, informal

Examples

“My mother never baked cookies when we were growing up. She didn’t buy them either. Dad was a diabetic and we were supposed to be on diets. But when no one was home, one could always sneak upstairs to Mama Hinda and Papa Harry’s apartment. They weren’t diabetic and they didn’t diet either, so don’t cry for me, Argentina.”

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

don't cry over spilled milk don't cut yourself on that edge don't diet, try it don't do anything I wouldn't do don't drive faster than your guardian angel can fly don't drop the soap