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Drawing the lip between the teeth, a self soothing act linked to worry or restraint.
Holding back an objection a person bites gently on the lower lip and stays quiet.
Read it as anxiety, hesitation or the effort to suppress something the person wishes to say.
Dry lips and habit also cause biting, so look for it alongside other signs of tension.
A reddening of the face caused by a rush of blood, usually beyond conscious control.
ExploreA widening of the pupils that can accompany interest, attraction or heightened arousal.
ExploreRed patches that appear on the neck and chest under stress or strong emotion.
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