tearjerker

Something, especially a work such as book or film, that evokes such a strong emotional reaction that it literally makes one cry. Sometimes hyphenated as "tear-jerker." The book tells the story of a boy searching for his real family, and it's a tearjerker from start to finish. I don't normally cry at movies, but that ending was a tear-jerker! Her graduation speech was a real tearjerker.

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

tear-jerker

(ˈtɪrdʒɚkɚ)

n. a very sad story or film. I don’t care to read a steady diet of tear-jerkers.

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions

See also:

muckety muck
in demand
bowler hat (one) out (of something or some place)
bleeding edge
cop on
hit and miss
hit or miss
hit-and-miss
wiggy
flat strap

References in periodicals archive

TEARJERKER ran high Trump said goodbye to the Queen as his three-day state visit to Britain ended.

The heroism, courage and sacrifice of those who lost their lives will never be forgotten... - THE QUEEN YESTERDAY; D-DAY REMEMBERED 75 YEARS ON: WORLD LEADERS PAY TRIBUTES WORLD LEADERS PAY TRIBUTES

The Jack Pearson actor promised that "This Is Us" will continue to balance the tearjerker moments with some lighthearted fun.

When Does 'This Is Us' Season 2 Come Back?

Lamasan's tearjerker romance 'Barcelona: A Love Untold,' and Maryo J.

Four PH films in Bucheon

The Tearjerkers had several lineup changes but at the time of recording they had been made up of Roddy (vocals/guitar), Mark Byers (vocals/guitar), Joe Hughes (vocals/bass), Pete Davies (drums) and a wild accordion player called 'Slim Tearjerker', aka Clive Pain, who also contributed to the vocals.

Rebel man Roddy still riffing

He was best known for his role as the young Bailey in Frank Capra's 1946 tearjerker. James Stewart played the adult Bailey who is contemplating suicide until an angel visits him and shows him how good deeds he had performed as a child had helped make the world a better place.

world news bulletin: It's a Wonderful Life actor dies, aged 75

Veteran actor Dharmendra is the main star of this tearjerker, portraying flawlessly the feelings experienced as a stern father, a loving husband and a dejected boxer.

Throw in the hanky; Bollywood vue cinemas

A real tearjerker, it has outstanding music and brilliant effects.

Time Off: If you do one thing this week

Driver's as adept at a rambunctious take on Paul Simon's ambiguous and nostalgic "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard" as he is with the schmaltzy "Imitation of Life." For this tune, from the Lana Turner tearjerker, Driver gives a full-out 1950s big baritone delivery worthy of Vic Damone.

Night Time

Bustling LA Airport was the scene for the latest Tinseltown tearjerker - starring Sir Anthony Hopkins.

Sir Anthony's in Love Story

Celebrity videographer Jason Magbanua uploaded a tearjerker clip of the couple's nuptials on Thursday, which captured the actress and her hubby as they traded vows in front of their families and friends.

WATCH: Beauty Gonzalez exchange vows with husband

"Charlie's death is going to be a real tearjerker for the audience, who will be waiting to see if he and Kat can mend bridges before he dies."

TAXI FOR CHARLIE! EastEnders cabbie to be killed off in tearjerker plot

Opens Friday THE STARS Thomas Mann, Olivia Cooke THE VERDICT Though it covers familiar territory (a blend of cancer tearjerker with coming-of-age drama) this engaging US indie flick brims with genuine emotion and compassion as it tells the story of oddball Pittsburgh teen Greg (Mann), who makes parodies of classic films with his buddy Earl (RJ Cyler).

A quirky take on old ground; MOVIES

Casualty: BBC1 9.10pm MEDICAL DRAMA Prepare for a tearjerker of an episode tonight as Connie faces one of the most-heartbreaking decisions of her medical career.

SATURDAY; TV CHOICE

DON'T be fooled into thinking the Gold Cup is all about Kauto Star and Denman - the biggest tearjerker of all would be seeing Lord Oaksey, who celebrates his 81st birthday on Sunday, leading Carruthers into the winner's enclosure after the race.

Not a dry eye in the house if Carruthers wins; IT WILL BE EMOTIONAL: Racing legend Lord Oaksey on the Gold Cup trail

The next tearjerker is WNO's production of Madam Butterfly with American tenor Russell Thomas as Pinkerton, Judith Howarth as the heartbroken Cio-Cio-San and Claire Bradshaw as Suzuki.

Tears before bedtime as love turns to tragedy

词组	tearjerker
释义	tearjerker tearjerker Something, especially a work such as book or film, that evokes such a strong emotional reaction that it literally makes one cry. Sometimes hyphenated as "tear-jerker." The book tells the story of a boy searching for his real family, and it's a tearjerker from start to finish. I don't normally cry at movies, but that ending was a tear-jerker! Her graduation speech was a real tearjerker. Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. tear-jerker (ˈtɪrdʒɚkɚ) n. a very sad story or film. I don’t care to read a steady diet of tear-jerkers. McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions See also: muckety muck in demand bowler hat (one) out (of something or some place) bleeding edge cop on hit and miss hit or miss hit-and-miss wiggy flat strap References in periodicals archive TEARJERKER ran high Trump said goodbye to the Queen as his three-day state visit to Britain ended. The heroism, courage and sacrifice of those who lost their lives will never be forgotten... - THE QUEEN YESTERDAY; D-DAY REMEMBERED 75 YEARS ON: WORLD LEADERS PAY TRIBUTES WORLD LEADERS PAY TRIBUTES The Jack Pearson actor promised that "This Is Us" will continue to balance the tearjerker moments with some lighthearted fun. When Does 'This Is Us' Season 2 Come Back? Lamasan's tearjerker romance 'Barcelona: A Love Untold,' and Maryo J. Four PH films in Bucheon The Tearjerkers had several lineup changes but at the time of recording they had been made up of Roddy (vocals/guitar), Mark Byers (vocals/guitar), Joe Hughes (vocals/bass), Pete Davies (drums) and a wild accordion player called 'Slim Tearjerker', aka Clive Pain, who also contributed to the vocals. Rebel man Roddy still riffing He was best known for his role as the young Bailey in Frank Capra's 1946 tearjerker. James Stewart played the adult Bailey who is contemplating suicide until an angel visits him and shows him how good deeds he had performed as a child had helped make the world a better place. world news bulletin: It's a Wonderful Life actor dies, aged 75 Veteran actor Dharmendra is the main star of this tearjerker, portraying flawlessly the feelings experienced as a stern father, a loving husband and a dejected boxer. Throw in the hanky; Bollywood vue cinemas A real tearjerker, it has outstanding music and brilliant effects. Time Off: If you do one thing this week Driver's as adept at a rambunctious take on Paul Simon's ambiguous and nostalgic "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard" as he is with the schmaltzy "Imitation of Life." For this tune, from the Lana Turner tearjerker, Driver gives a full-out 1950s big baritone delivery worthy of Vic Damone. Night Time Bustling LA Airport was the scene for the latest Tinseltown tearjerker - starring Sir Anthony Hopkins. Sir Anthony's in Love Story Celebrity videographer Jason Magbanua uploaded a tearjerker clip of the couple's nuptials on Thursday, which captured the actress and her hubby as they traded vows in front of their families and friends. WATCH: Beauty Gonzalez exchange vows with husband "Charlie's death is going to be a real tearjerker for the audience, who will be waiting to see if he and Kat can mend bridges before he dies." TAXI FOR CHARLIE! EastEnders cabbie to be killed off in tearjerker plot Opens Friday THE STARS Thomas Mann, Olivia Cooke THE VERDICT Though it covers familiar territory (a blend of cancer tearjerker with coming-of-age drama) this engaging US indie flick brims with genuine emotion and compassion as it tells the story of oddball Pittsburgh teen Greg (Mann), who makes parodies of classic films with his buddy Earl (RJ Cyler). A quirky take on old ground; MOVIES Casualty: BBC1 9.10pm MEDICAL DRAMA Prepare for a tearjerker of an episode tonight as Connie faces one of the most-heartbreaking decisions of her medical career. SATURDAY; TV CHOICE DON'T be fooled into thinking the Gold Cup is all about Kauto Star and Denman - the biggest tearjerker of all would be seeing Lord Oaksey, who celebrates his 81st birthday on Sunday, leading Carruthers into the winner's enclosure after the race. Not a dry eye in the house if Carruthers wins; IT WILL BE EMOTIONAL: Racing legend Lord Oaksey on the Gold Cup trail The next tearjerker is WNO's production of Madam Butterfly with American tenor Russell Thomas as Pinkerton, Judith Howarth as the heartbroken Cio-Cio-San and Claire Bradshaw as Suzuki. Tears before bedtime as love turns to tragedy
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