furrow
noun
a narrow groove made in the ground, especially by a plow.
furrowing
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present participleof furrow.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Now, some clients 30 and older are seeking out dermatologists and aestheticians with nursing degrees who can help them maintain a slight patina of wrinkles—at least enough for furrowing and raising the brows.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
There's no slight furrowing of the brow or regret in her voice, nothing that could be read as disappointment.
From Salon ● Mar. 22, 2024
Over many table reads, I honed the screenplay for them, paring down and furrowing deeper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 20, 2023
Mr Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, a key player in attempts to broker peace in Ukraine, stayed close to each other, with Mr Macron furrowing his brow in one particular intense chat.
From BBC ● Nov. 16, 2022
Lydia gave Tyson a condescending smile, furrowing her brow.
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
