tears

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Delivering a victim impact statement in court, Susanna held back tears as she hailed her daughter as "optimistic, inclusive, and full of fun".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Korda gasped, covered her mouth, waved to the crowd and wiped away tears.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

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

Nicola's husband Darren Wheatley said he was left in tears after Friday's hearing, while Morgan Roger's mother Teresa Hall said she wished ex-police officer Lloyd would leave their families in peace.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Her breath stopped and tears formed in her eyes.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck