Purse my lips

"Purse my lips" means to press your lips together tightly, often to show disapproval, annoyance, or deep thought.

Example Sentences:

She pursed her lips in disapproval when she heard the news.
(그녀는 그 소식을 듣고 못마땅하다는 듯 입술을 오므렸다.)

He pursed his lips, thinking carefully before answering.
(그는 신중하게 생각하며 입술을 꾹 다물었다.)

I could tell she was upset because she pursed her lips and said nothing.
(그녀가 입술을 오므리고 아무 말도 하지 않는 걸 보니 화난 게 분명했다.)


It’s a common expression used to describe subtle nonverbal reactions.