sad face

Example Sentences

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Under the calculations, drawn in a different marker color, is a clear sad face -- a visual sign of failure.

From Science Daily • Dec. 28, 2025

Anthony left his fate in his mother’s hands, asking her to make a choice — circle the “Yes” he had written alongside a happy face or the “No” alongside a sad face.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025

So she can’t let them see a sad face.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 8, 2024

It was made out of ceramic and had a happy face on one side and a sad face on the other.

From New York Times • Nov. 6, 2023

He made a sad face, and Mom said, “Oh, no! How late am I?” and then she looked at me and we both started laughing.

From "When You Reach Me" by Rebecca Stead