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
His family burst into tears when the sentence was announced on Thursday.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 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 walked in and burst into tears," the 63-year-old said.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
To his horror, the young woman looked as if she were about to burst into tears.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
