shed a tear
The phrase "shed a tear" is an idiomatic expression often used to describe crying due to strong emotions.
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Definition
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(idiomatic)To cry or release a tear, usually due to sadness or emotional pain.
Example
- She shed a tear during the touching farewell speech.
B2General
(idiomatic)To show subtle emotional distress or sympathy.
Example
- He shed a tear when he saw the devastation caused by the hurricane.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "shed a tear":
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