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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