expression
blinking away tears; eyes blinking back tears
Describes the action of repeatedly blinking to hold back or clear tears. Often used in emotional or poignant contexts.
彼女はしばしば目をしながら、別れを告げた。
She said goodbye, blinking back tears.
感動のあまり、しばしば目でスピーチを聞いていた。
Overcome with emotion, I listened to the speech with eyes blinking away tears.