grimace

Example Sentences

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Frank was furious at his team's lack of aggression at Arsenal, visibly grimacing when he pointed out they only won 17 out of 53 duels and second-ball situations.

From BBC

His hospitalization and photos showing an uncomfortable and grimacing pope being helped to move after the Wednesday audience touched off a flurry of speculation and a global prayer chain as Catholic leaders called for intercession.

From Washington Times

Before he was admitted to the hospital Wednesday, the pope had appeared in relatively good form during his regularly scheduled general audience, though he grimaced strongly while getting in and out of the “popemobile.”

From Seattle Times

So when Blue Kim takes the first bite of her potential date Tyler’s tteokbokki, her immediate grimace tells you that Tyler may not be the one.

From Washington Post

For Hudson, who is unmarried and has no children, it’s like leaving family — which is why he grimaces when people ask if he’s ever hounded by his devotion to the dogs.

From Los Angeles Times