teary
Example Sentences
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Asked by Norwegian channel NRK on Tuesday to share his feelings after his bronze in the 20km individual, a teary Sturla Holm Laegreid broke down and admitted he had cheated on his girlfriend.
From Barron's ● Feb. 11, 2026
That same day, Escobar left the Tyson plant for the last time after 18 years, she said, cheered by teary colleagues who banged meat hooks on metal tables in appreciation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025
He may in fact still be in the Ray Dolby Ballroom, listening to people tell him giddy and sometimes teary stories of when they first saw him in a movie.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 17, 2025
You can see the evidence yourself: On social media, people are making teary videos professing to have rediscovered Jesus; in the comments, former atheists share stories of finding peace and purpose in prayer.
From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2025
Eleanor's mom read it first, and it made her get all teary.
From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell
