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as in grimace
a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval
that storekeeper's face seems to be in a permanent pout
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as in sulk
pouts plural
a state of resentful silence or irritability
she stayed in the pouts all day
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as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
her lips pouted as she glared at him silently
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Recent Examples of pout
Nicholas Rice, People.com, 13 Oct. 2024
Would bright pink lipstick, a cartoon print tie, or a blue steel pout do the trick?
—Sofia Shchukina, NPR, 3 Sep. 2024
Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 27 July 2024
Among the uploads, Kylie posed for multiple full-length snaps, as well as pouting for a selfie and having a further shot taken seemingly in the back of a car.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 24 June 2024
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Noun
Though both Fineman, 36, and Grande nailed their impersonations of The White Lotus actress, 63 — complete with voluminous hair, pink outfits and pouts — the singer couldn't help but get the giggles several times during the sketch.
—Nicholas Rice, People.com, 13 Oct. 2024
Would bright pink lipstick, a cartoon print tie, or a blue steel pout do the trick?
—Sofia Shchukina, NPR, 3 Sep. 2024
Verb
The couple lastly appeared in a selfie as Justin gave a beaming smile and Hailey pouted at the camera.
—Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 27 July 2024
Among the uploads, Kylie posed for multiple full-length snaps, as well as pouting for a selfie and having a further shot taken seemingly in the back of a car.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 24 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pout
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There’s no need to ask for his further blessings, and having noticed Philip’s many grimaces of disapproval in the background of Eddie’s selfies, Elsbeth and Kaya decide to attend a performance themselves, sitting in his late grandmother’s seats.Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2024
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His grimace is absolute aggression—all venom and intimidation.Jason Parham, WIRED, 28 Aug. 2023
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Lucius, at best, looks like someone engaged in a prolonged sulk.Alison Willmore, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2024
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Julio has a permanent sulk on his face and a worrying stoop in his gait.Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 19 July 2024
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Elsewhere in the stream, Kodak attempts to have a normal conversation with the Twitch streamer before totally bugging out, protruding his eyes with a face full of sweat.Marc Griffin, VIBE.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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The discovery sheds light on why arthropods evolved appendages protruding out of their heads.Katie Hunt, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
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Speaking of Blake, one of our cooks Rick noticed that Blake wore the same outfit, scowled and always came in with a Monster energy drink.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 19 July 2024
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The scowling image has been used by both opponents and supporters.Phil Helsel, NBC News, 30 Oct. 2024
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Tradition frowns upon the mother of the bride shaking you down for more cash like an old-timey casino bookie. Send questions to R. Eric Thomas at [email protected] or P.O. Box 22474, Philadelphia, PA 19110.R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 11 Oct. 2024
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Tradition frowns upon the mother of the bride shaking you down for more cash like an old-timey casino bookie.R. Eric Thomas, The Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2024
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The pet's owner, who goes by @marysaunicornn, shared the heartwarming moment to social media platform TikTok on November 1, and has since brought smiles to TikTok users who are keen on the inclusion of pets in social gatherings.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Over the weekend, Longo has shared several posts on Peanut's Instagram account, including interviews with news stations, fan art tributes and old videos of the pet.Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
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Cover up on the top half and let transparent details poke out from underneath.Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 20 Nov. 2024
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The late-night host also poked fun at a photo of Trump, Elon Musk, RFK Jr., Donald Trump Jr. and House Speaker Mike Johnson eating McDonald’s on his private plane after attending the UFC 309 event on Saturday.Ellise Shafer, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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Her council is still yapping at her, and her most powerful allies are moping and staring off into the middle distance.Brian Grubb, Vulture, 14 July 2024
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My Mexican hillbilly family never had time to whine and mope.Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2024
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“Pout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pout. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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