crinkled

Example Sentences

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Cut to a slow horror zoom into his face, eyebrows crinkled upward as if in a prayer for deliverance.

From New York Times • Dec. 14, 2023

Even water trapped in the depression of a crinkled chips bag is fair game.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 21, 2023

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

From Slate • Jul. 5, 2023

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

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023

“What is in tonight’s stew, Mrs. Wigginbottom?” choked Mr. Slammer, his beardless face crinkled like a prune.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan