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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a grimace" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It refers to a facial expression that conveys disapproval, pain, or disgust. It can be used in various contexts, such as describing someone's reaction to something unpleasant or uncomfortable. Example: "He couldn't help but let out a grimace when the doctor injected the needle into his arm."
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A grimace?
"Pretty bad," he said with a grimace.
He bared his teeth in a grimace.
The smile turns into a grimace.
Wait, was that a grimace?
A grimace. "I'm worn out.
His grin was like a grimace.
Merkel bears it with a grimace.
"Yeah," he says, with a grimace.
"Painful," Frances says with a grimace.
"Fighting," he said with a grimace.
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