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frowning

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verb

present participle of frown
as in glaring
to look with anger or disapproval the boss just stood there and frowned at his assistant who, once again, was in trouble

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Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for frowning
Verb
  • This offseason’s attrition is glaring on both the offensive and defensive lines, the latter of which Shanahan hopes to fortify with some of the 49ers’ 11 draft picks.
    Cam Inman, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
  • The lack of defensive discipline is glaring.
    Brian Sampson, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The days’ loss was evident in his sullen expression, but his presence indicated his desire to play before Arniel confirmed it.
    Murat Ates, New York Times, 18 May 2025
  • For the Canucks, however, and for their fans, there’s no time to be sullen about Tocchet’s decision.
    Thomas Drance, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Meanwhile, Harry was less committed in a grey sweater and blazer.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 10 May 2025
  • Troopers began to patrol I-95 South in attempts to locate the grey Jeep bearing Rhode Island registration plates, state police said.
    Staff report, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • Home to some of our favorite bedding and bath towels, Brooklinen offers this sheet set, which comes in playful patterns and interesting colors like basil green and a subtle gray and white stripe.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2025
  • The Kansas City Chiefs tight end wore a blue and white graphic T-shirt under a sleek gray blazer paired with matching gray trousers, with his hair slicked back.
    Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 13 May 2025
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“Frowning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frowning. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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