crinkling

Example Sentences

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Tired and graying, crows’ feet crinkling around his eyes, Djokovic summoned the vintage stuff and gave himself a chance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Layering newspapers atop the mattress was another trick; the crinkling sent the vermin scampering.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2024

Its smile will be warm and welcoming, with just the right amount of pupil dilation and crinkling at the corner of the eyes.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2024

“Us being here, accredited, I feel like I am a part of this,” Guzmán said, eyes crinkling with a broad smile.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 12, 2023

“Here, I’ll read you the letter,” Mrs. Grayson replied, the corners of her eyes crinkling with pleasure.

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper