Scowl

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A scowl is a facial expression characterized by brought-together eyebrows and a wrinkled forehead, typically conveying displeasure, sadness, or worry. In some cases, it can also express confusion or concentration. The appearance and interpretation of a scowl varies across different cultures. In North American usage, an alternative definition focuses on the mouth rather than the forehead, where a scowl is presented as a downward curve of the lips. When used iconically, such as in emoticons, this mouth-based expression is entirely represented by the downward curve of the lips. The colloquial English phrase "turn that frown upside down," particularly common in the United States, refers to the concept of changing one's emotional state from sad to happy.