burst into tears
Example Sentences
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After match point, he laid flat on his back on the court and immediately burst into tears.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Simpson’s infamous car chase on television from across the country, Weschler burst into tears at the sight of the late afternoon sun cutting through the smog.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
"I had a panic attack and burst into tears while coming to terms with what happened," she said.
From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026
A woman burst into tears in the middle of the street.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
After a while, I could come and go without her noticing, but she’d burst into tears whenever Grandma went into the next room.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
