stern face

Examples (10)

• The principal greeted the misbehaving students with a stern face.
• She tried to keep a stern face, but a smile tugged at her lips.
• His stern face softened slightly when he saw his daughter.
• With a stern face, the coach announced the team's punishment.
• I could tell he was serious by the stern face he wore.
• The old woman had a perpetually stern face, but a kind heart.
• Don't let her stern face intimidate you; she's actually very fair.
• He put on a stern face to show his disapproval of their behavior.
• Even with a stern face, she struggled to maintain order in the chaotic classroom.
• The teacher's stern face was a clear sign that playtime was over.