duck face/kissy face

Definition

A puckered, pursed-lip facial expression often deployed in selfies by people seeking validation and attention through perceived attractiveness. It's a visual cry for likes wrapped in forced photogenic appeal.

Example Usage

Every Instagram post she uploads is the same duck face; you'd think she'd have 100 other expressions.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=duck%20face/kissy%20face&defid=7277762)

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