in tears

Example Sentences

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He tried to continue, but moments later De la Fuente made the change, with Courtois walking to the bench in tears.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2026

The man accused of murdering influential right-wing campaigner Charlie Kirk broke down in tears of regret days after the killing, according to video testimony played in a US court on Thursday.

From Barron's • Jul. 9, 2026

My father stayed in contact, often calling in tears about my brother’s behavior.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026

The usually composed general broke down in tears as he eulogized his son at the funeral.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026

It totally causes a spike in my heart rate, but since old habits apparently die very hard, despite the fact that my pillow is drenched in tears, I reply, “I’m fine!”

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone