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pouting

Pronunciation: [ˈpaʊtɪŋ]

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Learn how to use pouting in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to push out your lips and look sad or unhappy, often to show that you're upset without using words. It's like when a child does this when they don't get what they want.

Example

She was pouting because her friend didn't want to play with her.

Example

He wasn't pouting, even though he lost the game; he smiled instead.

Example

Why are you pouting instead of talking about how you feel?

Context: “emotion”

(noun) the act of making a sad face by pushing your lips out. It shows you're not happy, like when someone is upset and they pout.

Example

His pouting made everyone laugh and forget why they were upset.

Example

Her cheerful smile replaced the pouting from earlier.

Example

Do you remember the last time you saw someone pouting?

How to pronounce pouting

Pronunciation: [ˈpaʊtɪŋ]

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