The term CRY LIKE A CAT can be broken down into three crossword solutions: MEW (3 letters), MEOW (4 letters), and MIAOW (5 letters). MEW is a sound made by cats, usually to express pleasure or contentment. MEOW is the most common sound cats make, and is used to express a variety of emotions, from hunger to anger. MIAOW is a more high-pitched version of meow, and is often used to express distress or fear. All three sounds are used by cats to communicate with humans and other animals.