shedding tears

Example Sentences

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Kim made a rare admission that the country’s economic policies had failed, acknowledging widespread food shortages and shedding tears in public.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Some players were seen shedding tears while others looked down sadly.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 30, 2023

Hamlin’s team was visibly upset and even shedding tears.

From Slate • Jan. 3, 2023

Cristian yelled, before shedding tears of gratitude for his parents’ dedication and sacrifice.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2022

Her body no longer betrayed her into exhaustion by the end of the day, and she was past shedding tears for what might have been.

From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson