a frown deepens

Frequency: 4.83.5 per million words

Similar to 'darken', suggesting the frown becomes more pronounced.

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Examples (10)

  • Her frown deepened when the numbers didn't add up.
  • As the storm clouds gathered, his frown deepened.
  • The manager's frown deepens every time the phone rings.
  • A frown deepens across her face while she reads the email.
  • By the end of the meeting, his frown had deepened.
  • The child's frown deepened into a scowl.
  • Her frown is deepening as the deadline approaches.
  • The professor's frown deepened at the careless mistake.
  • If the delays continue, the customer's frown will deepen.
  • After a brief pause, his frown deepened again.