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grimaced

Pronunciation: [ˈɡrɪməst]

Word

Context: "emotion"

(verb) to make a funny or unusual face that shows you don't like something. It’s often because you're feeling pain, disgust, or disappointment.

Example

When she tasted the sour lemon, she grimaced but then laughed at how funny it looked.

Example

He didn't grimace at the sight of the green vegetable; he actually smiled.

Example

Did you grimace when you saw that scary scene in the movie?

Context: "reaction"

(verb) to show a reaction with your face when something is bothering or hurting you. You scrunch up your face to show how you feel.

Example

He grimaced at the loud noise from the fireworks, but then enjoyed the show.

Example

She didn't grimace when she heard the bad news; she stayed calm and collected.

Example

Why did you grimace when you heard the joke?

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