Screw your face up

verb

To twist your face into an expression that shows you are trying to understand, do not like or are disgusted by what you see or think.

She screwed her face up in disgust when she saw the pile of dirty dishes in the sink.
Visual representation of "screw your face up" - To twist your face into an expression that shows you are trying to understand, do not like or are disgusted by what you see or think

Often appears as...

  • screw your face up in confusion
  • screw your face up in disgust
verb

To twist your face into an expression that shows you are trying to understand, do not like or are disgusted by what you see or think.

She screwed her face up in disgust when she saw the pile of dirty dishes in the sink.
Visual representation of "screw your face up" - To twist your face into an expression that shows you are trying to understand, do not like or are disgusted by what you see or think

Often appears as...

  • screw your face up in confusion
  • screw your face up in disgust
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Visual representation of "screw your face up"
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Facial Expression

The phrase often describes a temporary, intense emotion reflected on the face.

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He screwed his face up in frustration trying to solve the math problem.
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Informal Use

It's a casual phrase, more suitable for spoken language or informal writing.

Illustration for Informal Use
When I told him the news, he screwed his face up and didn't say a word.
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Negative Situations

Usually used in negative contexts, implying disapproval or discomfort.

Illustration for Negative Situations
She screws her face up every time she hears his name.
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Facial Expression

The phrase often describes a temporary, intense emotion reflected on the face.

Illustration for Facial Expression
He screwed his face up in frustration trying to solve the math problem.
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Informal Use

It's a casual phrase, more suitable for spoken language or informal writing.

Illustration for Informal Use
When I told him the news, he screwed his face up and didn't say a word.
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Negative Situations

Usually used in negative contexts, implying disapproval or discomfort.

Illustration for Negative Situations
She screws her face up every time she hears his name.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Facial Expression

The phrase often describes a temporary, intense emotion reflected on the face.

Illustration for Facial Expression
He screwed his face up in frustration trying to solve the math problem.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Informal Use

It's a casual phrase, more suitable for spoken language or informal writing.

Illustration for Informal Use
When I told him the news, he screwed his face up and didn't say a word.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Negative Situations

Usually used in negative contexts, implying disapproval or discomfort.

Illustration for Negative Situations
She screws her face up every time she hears his name.
Visual representation of the word "Screw your face up"

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