lift chin

Frequency: 6.06.3 per million words

to raise one's chin, often as a sign of pride or defiance

chinverb + CHIN

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lift

Examples (10)

  • She lifted her chin and stared back at the accuser.
  • He lifted his chin slightly as he accepted the award.
  • In a gesture of pure defiance, the activist lifted her chin.
  • The soldier was trained to lift his chin and look forward.
  • Despite the criticism, she kept lifting her chin higher.
  • When they called her name, she lifted her chin and walked to the stage.
  • The director told the actor, "Lift your chin to look more heroic."
  • He lifted his chin in a proud gesture, refusing to apologize.
  • Even when facing defeat, the captain lifted his chin.
  • "I will not be silenced," she said, lifting her chin resolutely.