loud

For crying out loud! (informal)

something that you say when you are annoyed. For crying out loud! Can't you leave me alone even for a minute!

See also: crying

loud and clear

if an idea is expressed loud and clear, it is expressed very clearly in a way that is easy to understand. In all this research, one message comes through loud and clear: excessive exposure to sun causes skin cancer.

See also: clear

loud-mouthed

a loud-mouthed person often says rude or stupid things in a loud voice. So long as he doesn't bring along those loud-mouthed friends of his.

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for crying out loud

I am annoyed or surprised by this. No, I haven't bought her a present yet. Her birthday is a month away, for crying out loud.

Usage notes: used for emphasis

for Christ's sake

for goodness' sake

for God's sake

for Pete's sake

See also: crying

loud and clear

in a way that is easy to understand. Major airlines are saying loud and clear that passengers are limited to two carry-on items.

Usage notes: often used to say that a message is understood: Our message came through loud and clear in that ad.

Etymology: based on the literal use of loud and clear to describe an easily understood radio or telephone communication

See also: clear

out loud

clearly, so it can be heard by other people. My reaction to her suggestion was to laugh out loud. If you have something to say, you should say it out loud so the whole class can hear it.

think out loud

to say your thoughts aloud. I'm thinking out loud now, but it looks as if I can meet you Tuesday.

See also: think