tearful

Example Sentences

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A tearful Nancy Iskander told jurors that she was crossing a road when she saw her two older sons disappear as a white speeding Mercedes plowed through the crosswalk.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Outside Anna's house, rescuers were making sure everyone was physically OK, while government psychologists were talking to shell-shocked and sometimes tearful locals, and volunteers handing out free food and drink.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The significance of the victory was clear for all to see as a tearful Jones celebrated her achievement with her parents after coming through one of the most challenging periods of her career.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

"Coming from a financially unstable background I was a perfect target for coercion," she added, during the tearful testimony.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Some of our conversations were angry and tearful, some of them earnest and positive.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama