lip curl

Elvis signature move

A lip curl is the gesture of raising one corner of the upper lip, typically expressing contempt, disgust, or disdain.

The movement exposes teeth slightly and signals scorn without words: She gave a lip curl when he mentioned his promotion.

Elvis Presley's signature lip curl became an iconic sneer associated with rebellious cool.

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disdain · turned up nose · smirk · grimace · resting bitch face · Elvis · nostril · teeth · derision · mockery · revulsion · haughty · snob · look down on · expression · facial expression · facial · twist

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Pleased facial expression

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Intentionally expressionless look

pursed lips

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G