She shed crocodile tears at the funeral.
crocodile tear
idiomA tear shed insincerely, in a false display of sorrow or some other emotion.
Origin
disputed originFrom the ancient belief that crocodiles shed tears while consuming their prey.
He cried crocodile tears when his rival lost, though everyone knew he was secretly pleased.
The politician wept crocodile tears for the victims, yet had voted against the very aid he now mourned the lack of.
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shed a tear
To have a tear released, to cry (from sadness)
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tear a cat
To overact; to violently rant and rave on stage.
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tear one's hair out
To react with extreme agitation.
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tear to shreds
Synonym of tear to pieces.
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tear up
To damage.
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tear up the dance floor
To engage vigorously in dancing.
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tear up the pea patch
To put on a notable performance, especially in sports; to go on a rampage.