What is another word for cries before is hurt?
Pronunciation: [kɹˈa͡ɪz bɪfˌɔːɹ ɪz hˈɜːt] (IPA) 
The phrase "cries before is hurt" refers to preemptive behavior, where a person reacts emotionally to something before experiencing any actual harm. Synonyms for this phrase include being overly sensitive, overly reactive, unnecessarily dramatic, overreactive, hypersensitive, and preemptively upset. These descriptions imply that the person in question is potentially creating drama where there is none, or reacting before all the facts are known. Being preemptively upset or overreactive may also lead to misunderstandings and strained relationships, as others may struggle to understand why the person is upset or frustrated before any harm has actually occurred.
