in tears
idiom
: having tears come out of one's eyes
We were laughing so hard that we were in tears.
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After a few more questions, Chase broke down in tears and divulged the rest of her story.
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Alison Cross, Hartford Courant, 23 June 2024
During episode 5, Harry broke down in tears and had to be consoled by Jess after becoming frustrated by the comments people on the show were making about his reputation and intentions.
—Joelle Goldstein, Peoplemag, 22 June 2024
Majors immediately broke down in tears as Iyanla Vanzant presented him with the award, greeting him with a kiss on the forehead and a hug.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 22 June 2024
The band’s passion is combustible; Kapetan said everyone was in tears by the end of the recording.
—Alex Suskind, Vulture, 6 June 2024
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Alison Cross, Hartford Courant, 23 June 2024
During episode 5, Harry broke down in tears and had to be consoled by Jess after becoming frustrated by the comments people on the show were making about his reputation and intentions.
—Joelle Goldstein, Peoplemag, 22 June 2024
Majors immediately broke down in tears as Iyanla Vanzant presented him with the award, greeting him with a kiss on the forehead and a hug.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 22 June 2024
The band’s passion is combustible; Kapetan said everyone was in tears by the end of the recording.
—Alex Suskind, Vulture, 6 June 2024
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“In tears.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20tears. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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