Literary notes about grimaced (AI summary)
In literature, "grimaced" is a versatile term that vividly conveys a range of internal states and reactions. It is employed to depict both physical discomfort and complex emotional responses, such as repulsion, discomfort, or ironic amusement. For instance, a character might grimace in clear disdain or disgust, as when someone reacts to an unpleasant situation [1] or expresses revulsion at an unexpected occurrence [2]. At the same time, the term can capture subtleties of irony or gentle humor, as seen when a character grimaced in a patronizing or knowingly playful manner [3, 4]. Whether indicating pain, disapproval, or a wry acknowledgment of a predicament [5, 6], the word enriches the narrative by providing a precise, visually striking cue to the character’s emotional landscape.
- "No!" returned the others, and they grimaced in disgust.
— from The Wolf Cub: A Novel of Spain by Terence Casey - Nevan couldn't help it; he grimaced in revulsion.
— from A Matter of Honor: A Terran Empire novel by Ann Wilson - Pinton felt that he was a man of address, a fellow of some wit; his confidential and rather patronizing pose moved his companion, who slyly grimaced.
— from Visionaries by James Huneker - Over his shoulder she winked at Jane and her mother and grimaced knowingly.
— from Kindred of the Dust by Peter B. (Peter Bernard) Kyne - He opened a drawer and gazed at the contents, then grimaced in disappointment.
— from Accidental Flight by F. L. (Floyd L.) Wallace - I could not but smile, at which he grimaced.
— from Dracula by Bram Stoker
