misty-eyed
Americanadjective
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on the verge of tears.
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sentimental.
a misty-eyed romantic.
Etymology
Origin of misty-eyed
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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Variety praised Deadpool and Wolverine's "misty-eyed" fan-service as a "welcome corrective" to 15 years of MCU convolution, even if the special effects and action sequences don't always match 2018's sequel.
From BBC • Jul. 24, 2024
In the audience, Walton’s dad — who said he would miss his son, his best buddy, terribly — was misty-eyed.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 14, 2023
Kois may not have cried, but we definitely got a little misty-eyed!
From Slate • Aug. 29, 2023
Accompanying Monday’s announcement, Macklemore posted a misty-eyed montage teeming with Seattle pride, highlighting his journey from hometown kid honing his craft to globe-trotting star with a platform to share with the next generation.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 5, 2023
I testify to a powerful altruism in retail-related matters and even find myself getting a bit misty-eyed over this bond that I share with Roberta.
From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich
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