furrowed brow

Face showing concern

A furrowed brow is a forehead creased with wrinkles, typically from concentration, worry, or confusion.

The expression signals mental effort or concern: She studied the contract with a furrowed brow.

It contrasts with a smooth or relaxed brow, which suggests ease or indifference.

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worried · concentrating · puzzled · perplexed · creased · tense · grimace · squinting · raised eyebrow · facial expression · thoughtful · anxious · stressed · mental strain · troubled · frown · deep thought · deep in thought

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facial expression/emotional state

furrowed browserene face

Visage showing calm composure

beaming smile · calm demeanor · wide-eyed wonder · open face

emotional state conveyed

furrowed browserene expression

Calm, undisturbed facial appearance

blank expression · vacant stare

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