look rigid
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To appear stiff and unnatural in posture.
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- The soldier tried to relax, but he still looked rigid in his new uniform.
- Even in her sleep, she looked rigid and uncomfortable.
- He looked rigid with fear as the plane took off.
- The dancers were told not to look rigid during the slow movement.
- In the old photograph, the family members all look rigid and formal.
- Why do you look so rigid? Just try to sit naturally.
- The mannequin was designed to look rigid, unlike the more lifelike models.
- Her body looked rigid as she waited for the test results.
- Despite his attempts to appear casual, his posture looked rigid.
- The athlete looked rigid before the race, clearly showing his nerves.