turn pale

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To quickly become pale due to a strong emotion like shock, fear, or disgust.

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Examples (10)

  • She turned pale when she heard the bad news.
  • His face turned pale as he realized his mistake.
  • The sudden fright made her turn pale.
  • He would always turn pale at the sight of blood.
  • When the ghost appeared, everyone in the room turned pale.
  • The thought of the upcoming exam made him turn pale with anxiety.
  • Did you see how she turned pale after that comment?
  • I felt my cheeks turn pale from the shock.
  • He was so angry he turned pale instead of red.
  • The doctor's serious expression caused her to turn pale.