turn blank
Frequency: 5.55.7 per million words
For one's face or expression to suddenly show no emotion.
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Examples (10)
- Kevin's expression turned blank when he was asked about his past.
- When she heard the shocking news, her face suddenly turned blank.
- His eyes turned blank as he stared into the distance, lost in thought.
- I tried to explain the joke, but his face just turned blank.
- Her friendly demeanor turned blank the moment his name was mentioned.
- As the lawyer read the verdict, the defendant's face turned completely blank.
- If you ask him a question he can't answer, his expression will turn blank.
- He watched his reflection in the mirror, seeing his own face turn blank with despair.
- She attempted to hide her fear, but her face turned blank against her will.
- His face would often turn blank when he felt overwhelmed by social situations.