make / pull a face at sb/sth

/mˌeɪk pˈʊl ɐ fˈeɪs at ˌɛsbˈiː slˈaʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

/mˌeɪk pˈʊl ɐ fˈeɪs æt ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

to make / pull a face at sb/sth

to alter one's facial expression in response to someone or something, often to convey emotions such as dislike, disgust, or mockery

synonyms : grimace

pull a face

to [make|pull] a [face] at {sb/sth} definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "make a face at somebody or something" and when to use it?

The idiom "make a face at somebody or something" comes from the natural act of twisting or changing one's facial expressions to show dislike, displeasure, or amusement. It originated from the observation that people often use their faces to communicate their feelings or reactions. This idiom is commonly used in informal settings to describe the act of distorting one's face to convey a negative or humorous reaction towards someone or something. It can be used to express disapproval, annoyance, or mockery towards a person, object, or situation.

Examples

1. She pulls a face at her brother whenever he teases her.

2. She pulls a face at her brother whenever he teases her.

3. As the student opened his textbook to a difficult math problem, he couldn't help but make a face at the challenging equations.

4. Oh, I don't, I think it makes you make a face like that

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