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Facial Expression List for Writers

June 13, 2016 By William Robert Rich Leave a Comment

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Bryn Donovan compiled a broad list of facial expression descriptions that you can use for both action and dialogue. It’s worth noting you can find these types of associations in the phrases list of Master Writer software. For Bryn’s complete list, visit bryndonovan.com.

EYES/BROWS

  • his eyes widened
  • his eyes burned with…
  • _____ glowed in his eyes
  • her eyes were wet
  • his brows drew together
  • his pupils flared

NOSE

  • she sneered
  • his nostrils flared
  • she stuck her nose in the air

MOUTH

  • her mouth curved into a smile
  • he plastered a smile on his face
  • his smile slipped
  • he pursed his lips
  • a muscle in her jaw twitched

SKIN

  • he blanched
  • the color drained out of his face
  • her cheeks turned pink
  • he turned crimson
  • a flush crept up her face

WHOLE FACE, etc.

  • she winced
  • he glowered
  • she brightened
  • his face twisted
  • her expression hardened

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