start sobbing

Frequency: 7.411.8 per million words

To begin the action of sobbing (using gerund form).

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Examples (10)

  • She started sobbing hysterically.
  • After hearing the tragic news, he couldn't help but start sobbing.
  • The child started sobbing loudly when his toy broke.
  • I felt a lump in my throat and knew I was about to start sobbing.
  • She tried to hold back her tears, but soon started sobbing uncontrollably.
  • Whenever she watches sad movies, she tends to start sobbing.
  • The witness suddenly started sobbing during her testimony.
  • He was so overwhelmed that he just started sobbing into his hands.
  • Don't be surprised if she starts sobbing when she sees you.
  • The little girl had been trying to be brave, but eventually started sobbing quietly.