crinkled

Example Sentences

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This filthy and fascinating film is peering in, nose crinkled and stomach churning, to see what bubbles up.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

Look closely at that crinkled gold cap and you can see the reflection of a changing country.

From Slate • Jul. 5, 2023

At a Canadian Coast Guard pier in St. John’s, Newfoundland on Wednesday, crews unloaded what appeared to be the Titan’s 22-inch hull, crinkled and twisted with exposed wires and cables.

From New York Times • Jun. 28, 2023

Her face crinkled and she began to cry, whispering that she still dreams of him.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023

Before I could say anything, Hannie crinkled up her eyes and her face broke into a wide smile.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler