in tears
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: having tears come out of one's eyes
We were laughing so hard that we were in tears.
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The 36-year-old Brown took Nicolson's belt when judges scored the bout 97-93 and 96-94 in her favor, with one judge scoring it 96-94 for Nicolson.
Brown (19-0) dropped to the canvas in tears when she was announced as the winner.
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CBS News, 22 Mar. 2025
The hilarious Instagram post featured their daughter’s different reactions to the news, with Wyatt covering her ears, Elliotte smiling and Bennett in tears.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
His wife, who can be heard sniffling or in tears during various points of the video, tries to persuade the agents her husband is cooperating.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2025
While many internet users lauded Hugo for his abrupt reaction and look of sheer disgust, others were left in tears for the younger dogs who tried so hard.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
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CBS News, 22 Mar. 2025
The hilarious Instagram post featured their daughter’s different reactions to the news, with Wyatt covering her ears, Elliotte smiling and Bennett in tears.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
His wife, who can be heard sniffling or in tears during various points of the video, tries to persuade the agents her husband is cooperating.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2025
While many internet users lauded Hugo for his abrupt reaction and look of sheer disgust, others were left in tears for the younger dogs who tried so hard.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
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“In tears.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20tears. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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