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Hue and cry

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Public OutragePlay
Used to describe collective public anger about a situation or decision. SlideA hue and cry erupted when the park was closed for private events.
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Metaphoric ExpressionPlay
Metaphorically paints a picture of a large, noisy group expressing dissatisfaction. SlideThe new policy was met with a huge hue and cry from the community.
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Can be PoliticalPlay
Often appears in political or social justice contexts, signaling widespread disapproval. SlideThere was a hue and cry among the voters after the tax increase was announced.