tears

Example Sentences

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A woman stood in tears, staring at an apartment building that was half gone.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

He recalled how the miners' faces were still black "except the lines of white at the side of their cheeks, where the tears rolled".

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The sight of Gabriel wiping away tears as PSG's players celebrated with the trophy will be one that lingers long in the memory of Arsenal supporters.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

At the final whistle, Raya left the pitch in tears after a performance that highlighted his potential.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

A young woman with tears in her voice ringing a little after two a.m. to a private number in Cleveland Park.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse