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What do you mean by cry herrings till they are in the net?

The phrase "cry herrings till they are in the net" is not a commonly known idiom or saying in English. It's possible that it's a:

* Misheard phrase: You might be remembering a different saying, and the phrase has been altered in your memory.

* Regional expression: The phrase might be specific to a particular region or dialect of English.

* Made-up phrase: It's possible that the phrase is entirely fabricated, perhaps used humorously or satirically.

Without more context, it's difficult to determine the meaning.

To help clarify the meaning, please provide more context:

* Where did you hear this phrase?

* What was the situation?

* What do you think it might mean?

Once I have more information, I may be able to offer a better explanation.

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