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with tears in the eyes, expressing sadness, grief, or strong emotions
- She spoke tearfully about the loss of her childhood home.
- The child apologized tearfully after breaking the vase.
- He said goodbye tearfully, unsure when they would meet again.
- They hugged tearfully at the airport before the long separation.
- The actor accepted the award tearfully, overwhelmed by the recognition.
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