be in full cry
be in full cry
To be vocal in one's criticism. The students are in full cry over this movement to introduce healthier lunches. A: "The protest against the new shopping center was very well attended." B: "I'm not surprised—everyone I've talked to has been in full cry against it." How can the school board ignore hundreds of parents who are all in full cry against your dismissal?
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