grimacing

Example Sentences

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The Lakers were down by nine when Doncic departed, rubbing the back of his left thigh and grimacing in discomfort and clear frustration.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

With his eyes closed and his face grimacing, he grappled for a bolt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

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 • Nov. 26, 2025

LeBron James, whom we last saw on the court grimacing after a hip flexor strain, didn’t have much burst to the basket or much touch on his shot.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2025

“I’ve been trying not to,” I said, grimacing as the tears I’d been holding back swelled in my throat again.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin