teary

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Asked by Norwegian channel NRK on Tuesday to share his feelings after his bronze in the 20km individual, a teary Sturla Holm Laegreid broke down and admitted he had cheated on his girlfriend.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

Learning of a layoff decision remotely prevents teary embraces in the office as workers emerge from conference rooms after receiving bad news, according to HR specialists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025

You can see the evidence yourself: On social media, people are making teary videos professing to have rediscovered Jesus; in the comments, former atheists share stories of finding peace and purpose in prayer.

From Slate • Oct. 1, 2025

Dark red fluid can be seen coursing through medical tubing in another, and in a selfie Hadid’s eyes are puffy and teary.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2025

He pressed it against his nose and leaned against the kitchen counter, his head tilted back, his eyes teary.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds