pursed
Example Sentences
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Two young women who appeared to be in their early 20s posed for selfies under a “Wish Tree,” mouths pursed.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
The visit has the heavy air of obligation — they don’t see Dad very often — and when he clumsily welcomes them into his ramshackle house, pregnant pauses and pursed lips ensue.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2025
In the current, so-called third design generation, the hood slopes down to form the stiff upper lip of a mouth pursed with purpose.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 25, 2025
Mr Millard-Smith said PCNs were "a contractual debt", which could ultimately be pursed through the civil courts and result in a County Court Judgement, which can affect your credit rating.
From BBC • Nov. 30, 2024
Ms. Bethune pursed her lips and nodded, urging him to continue.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
