crocodile tear

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WorldwideEnglishfigurativepejorative
- An insincere display of sorrow or sympathy intended to deceive others about one's true feelings.
- A hypocritical or feigned expression of regret or grief.

Examples:

EN: Oh, crocodile tear doesn't excuse your poor planning, Miss Kessler.
ES: Las lágrimas de cocodrilo no le servirán, señorita Kessler.
ID: Air mata buayamu takkan membantu perencanaanmu yang buruk, Nn.
EN: Can I see a crocodile tear?
ES: ¿Veo lágrimas de cocodrilo?

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