| Phrase/Idiom | cry wolf |
|---|---|
| Definition | To cry wolf is to call for help when you are not really in danger. As a result, nobody believes you when you really need help. |
| Example | There’s John screaming again! Does he really have a problem or is he just crying wolf again? |
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