pursed
Example Sentences
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The visit has the heavy air of obligation — they don’t see Dad very often — and when he clumsily welcomes them into his ramshackle house, pregnant pauses and pursed lips ensue.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2025
In the current, so-called third design generation, the hood slopes down to form the stiff upper lip of a mouth pursed with purpose.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 25, 2025
Her performance, featuring a giant disco ball pursed between two red lips, is gloriously OTT, and she has an enviable set of pipes.
From BBC • May 9, 2025
His body language certainly didn’t project enthusiasm at the prospect of remaining with the Lakers for the remainder of his career, as his voice was monotone and his lips were pursed.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2025
At the sight of him, Mrs. Brenner’s eyes narrowed, and her mouth pursed tightly.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
