Why do humans cover their mouths when they’re surprised, startled, embarrassed, etc.?

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Why do humans cover their mouths when they’re surprised, startled, embarrassed, etc.?

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A simple defense mechanism to keep anything that is scary out of our mouth. Same goes for when you something gross you scrunch your face and turn your head slightly to avoid getting anything on you.

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