pout
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It comes from the Welsh pwdu, meaning to sulk, which itself originated with the English word pout, combined with the Welsh verb-forming suffix -u.
From BBC • Sep. 26, 2025
Yes, the heart-shaped lips and resting pout do some heavy lifting to pull off the baseball-loving mama’s boy, but Butler’s authenticity is irrefutable.
From Salon • Aug. 29, 2025
Deebo Samuel isn’t the first wide receiver to pout over a perceived dearth of touches, and he certainly won’t be the last.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2024
But Balcer refused to fold or let the fan base pout.
From Seattle Times • May 3, 2024
His mouth was set in a slight pout.
From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English
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