long-faced

[ lawng-feyst, long- ]

adjective

1. having an unhappy or gloomy expression; glum.
2. having a face longer than the usual.

Word History and Origins

Origin of long-faced¹

First recorded in 1585–95

Example Sentences

While women in the Arabian Peninsula nation have long-faced gender inequality due to social and cultural attitudes, Yemeni law has not imposed male guardianship rules, and authorities in the south do not impose them.

From Reuters

Droopy eared, long-faced Basset hounds may seem to have little in common with fluffy, wolf-like Alaskan malamutes, but both breeds share at least one notable trait: They love to howl.

From Salon

A bunch of kids were standing in front in a collage of brown — boys, girls, fat kids with acne, skinny kids, long-faced kids, young and older kids, some bald, others hairy.

From Salon

Both Arizona and South Dakota have long-faced complaints from Native American groups that their election processes make it more difficult for tribal members to vote.

From Washington Times

That’s the scenario that could wind up with a group of long-faced senators trooping into the Oval Office to push out its current occupant.

From Washington Post

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