HIS EYES WELLED UP

Definition: To fill with tears, causing them to gather and overflow, often due to strong emotion or sadness.

Synonyms: Tears Formed, Emotions Surged, Feelings Swelled, Tear Welled, Eyes Moistened

Usage Examples in Sentences

His eyes welled up as he listened to the heartbreaking story.

A: Thank you for coming in today, Mr. Johnson. I wanted to discuss the recent performance of your team.B: Of course, I'm glad to be here. I'm committed to improving our team's results.A: I've noticed a significant improvement in your department's productivity over the last quarter. However, there's one issue that concerns me. During the last meeting, when we discussed the upcoming layoffs, I noticed that your demeanor changed. Can you tell me more about that?B: Yes, I admit it was a difficult topic. As you know, I've worked closely with many of my team members for years. The thought of having to let some of them go was... emotionally challenging.A: I understand. It's a tough situation for everyone involved. I appreciate your honesty, Mr. Johnson. Is there anything else you'd like to add?B: Well, to be honest, as I was explaining the situation to the team, I could feel the weight of those words. And... well, I guess I must admit, his eyes welled up a bit. It was hard.

HIS EYES WELLED UP

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