burst into tears
Example Sentences
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I burst into tears whenever I see a vintage photo strip of gay men, kissing or looking lovingly at one another in the privacy of a photobooth.
From Salon ● Jun. 18, 2026
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
When director Robert Vince was filming "Air Bud Returns," he was impressed to see Roscoe, his four-legged star, improvising concern in a scene where two humans burst into tears.
From Barron's ● May 10, 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
He gives me a small smile and I honestly feel like I could burst into tears, it’s so nice.
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
