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

At this point in the police interview she became tearful.

From BBC • May 28, 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

Kate made tearful promises not to see Maggie, then quickly broke them.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock