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Not a dry eye in the house

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Emotional Reaction

Used when a situation causes a collective emotional response, often sadness or joy.

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When she finished her farewell speech, there was not a dry eye in the house.
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Group Experience

Refers to a shared emotional experience among a group, like an audience.

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The reunion of the old friends was so touching that there was not a dry eye in the house.
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Not Literal

It's a figure of speech and might not mean everyone is literally crying.

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His comedy was so raw and honest, there wasn't a dry eye in the house, laughter or tears.
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