in tears
Example Sentences
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She said "sport is not pretty", describing how she is often sick during sessions or in tears if does not go to plan.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
She broke down in tears as the audience roared in approval after the first song, and addressed the crowd in both French and English during the set.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
"People are tired of being treated without dignity, without respect. And these companies are making an obscene amount of money," he said at a press conference Wednesday, before breaking down in tears.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
One by one, they left in tears, racing for the door.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
He stopped, in tears again, but this time, he wasn’t ashamed.
From "Forged by Fire" by Sharon M. Draper
