in tears
Example Sentences
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Asked about the most painful scene he witnessed during the recovery operation, he recalled the discovery of a mother and an infant, a scene that left everyone in tears.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
But none of those were the prize he wanted most, so when he left the stage after receiving his medal, he broke down in tears.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni left his post-match news conference in tears when talking about his future after Sunday's World Cup final defeat by Spain.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
Sitting next to him finance minister Rachel Reeves, who seems set to lose her job in the next cabinet, was in tears.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
Alex wouldn’t allow it, probably because he didn’t want to get in trouble if I went home in tears.
From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana
