tears
Britishplural noun
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the clear salty solution secreted by the lacrimal glands that lubricates and cleanses the surface of the eyeball and inner surface of the eyelids
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a state of intense frustration (esp in the phrase bored to tears )
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weeping
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presented so as to be easily assimilated
reading without tears
Example Sentences
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"I lost my baby, but I am here today because my wife is in critical condition," Idrees Khan told AFP as his eyes welled up in tears.
From Barron's ● Aug. 27, 2026
In the early stages of the chip rally, he cautioned friends and co-workers, convinced that unquestioned faith in skyrocketing South Korean shares would end in tears when the fall came.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
“I came down in tears when I heard my mom’s voice and saw that panel,” Valenciana said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
Feeling "railroaded" and "powerless", she left in tears and concluded the family would need their own lawyers if their questions about the care Daniel received were to be fully answered.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
The tears were flowing freely down my face now.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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