teary-eyed
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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In one TV interview, a teary-eyed Tim said that “Sam was flying just the way he was supposed to.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026
Some visitors at Ueno Zoological Gardens were left teary-eyed as they watched Japan's only two pandas Lei Lei and Xiao Xiao munch on bamboo.
From Barron's • Jan. 25, 2026
Whether you're team Toni and Shakira or team Meg and Helena, you'll probably agree the cast have had you laughing, frustrated, teary-eyed but always craving more.
From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025
“I told Kara let’s go out swinging … win or lose I’m going to be aggressive,” said the teary-eyed Jones, who is headed to San Diego State to play indoor volleyball.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2025
Lady Constance righted herself, as if her teary-eyed dive at the bewildered governess had never happened.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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