Is it idiomatic to say (as word choice and usage) "I read some question marks on their faces because of latest news"? [closed]

Lets say that I want to underline that people have some concerns because of the latest news

Is it idiomatically correct to say "I read some question marks on their faces because of latest news in a sentence?


Solution 1:

"puzzled looks" seems to be the phrase you're looking for.

"the latest news was met with puzzled looks.

puzzled - confused because you do not understand something. - CD

  • He had a puzzled look on his face.
  • I'm still puzzled as to why she said that.
  • I'm really puzzled that I haven't heard from Liz for so long.

"baffled" or "perplexed" might fit.