face cloud

Frequency: 5.00.5 per million words

to suddenly look worried or angry

Categories:

Examples (10)

  • When she mentioned the accident, his face began to cloud with worry.
  • The child's happy face suddenly clouded when told playtime was over.
  • I could see her face cloud over as she read the bad news.
  • His face clouded with anger when he heard the unfair decision.
  • The teacher's face clouded as she noticed students cheating.
  • Her bright smile faded and her face clouded with disappointment.
  • When discussing the failed project, the manager's face clouded visibly.
  • The mention of his ex-wife made his face cloud immediately.
  • Sarah's face clouded with confusion at the complex instructions.
  • As the storm approached, the captain's face clouded with concern.