purse
noun
Example Sentences
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In the current, so-called third design generation, the hood slopes down to form the stiff upper lip of a mouth pursed with purpose.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2025
Their foreheads were pressed together, their eyes were shut, their hands clasped; her lips were ever-so-slightly pursed, his forehead was wrinkled in concentration.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2025
Mr Millard-Smith said PCNs were "a contractual debt", which could ultimately be pursed through the civil courts and result in a County Court Judgement, which can affect your credit rating.
From BBC ● Nov. 30, 2024
The retired aerospace engineer, who lives in Sierra Madre, did about four reps before his teeth clenched, his legs trembled and he let out short puffs of air through pursed lips.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2024
The receptionist’s reaction was as expected—raised eyebrows, shaking of the head, and pursed lips.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
