cry down

verb4

1. •
   To silence or overcome (somebody) by crying more loudly or forcefully.

   • “The first time I saw him, I, too, was appalled. They cried me down.” — 1911
2. •
   To cry until it is tired.
3. •
   (no longer used) To condemn, disparage.

   • ‘I, for my part, don't want to cry Sir Robert down, though he does not deal at my shop.’ — 1792
4. •
   (no longer used) Publicly to forbid or suppress (something).