grizzle vs shed tears

grizzle

verb
  • to cry continuously but not very loudly - especially of a young child. 

  • To whinge or whine. 

  • To make or become grey, as with age. 

  • To fuss or cry 

adj
  • Of a grey colour. 

noun
  • A dark grey colour. 

  • A grey wig. 

  • Grey hair. 

shed tears

verb
  • To emit tears from the eye, especially as an expression of emotion; to cry; to weep. 

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