Brought a frown to

Mr. Tom 1

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Hi

Could you please tell me which one of these is better?

My question brought a frown to her brow. [=she did not like my question]
My question brought a frown on her brow. [=she did not like my question]

Thanks,

Tom
 
Hi

Could you please tell me which one of these is better?

My question brought a frown to her brow. [=she did not like my question]
My question brought a frown on her brow. [=she did not like my question]

[.......]

Tom
I prefer the first one. I think it's more natural.
 
The version with "on" is wrong. The suggestion of the verb "bring" is movement. We bring things to people and places. The same goes for this situation.
The question brought a frown.
Where did it bring it to?
To her brow.

She brought me to work this morning.
That brought a smile to my face.
Can you bring that book to me?
The show brought the audience to their feet.
 

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