teary
Example Sentences
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She was seen “squinting with teary eyes” before testing positive for a potentially fatal bacterial infection.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Asked how it felt to see Keira doing so well, Joel said he would often get "teary" when she won competitions.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
Given the cancer diagnosis, did Manilow worry that fans might interpret the song — a teary goodbye from a well-wishing lover — as a more permanent farewell?
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026
"I will go," he told AFP with teary eyes.
From Barron's ● Feb. 23, 2026
Fadi looked up at Habib with teary eyes.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
