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as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
the poem is his expression of his grief upon the loss of his beloved wife
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2
as in look
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
we could tell by the fans' expressions that the Chicago Cubs had lost again
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3
as in term
a pronounceable series of letters having a distinct meaning especially in a particular field
the expression "John Doe" is used in legal proceedings to refer to a person whose actual name is either unknown or being withheld from the public
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as in phrase
a sequence of words having a specific meaning
the popular expression "raining cats and dogs" is meaningless in other languages
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Recent Examples of expression
Advertisement Some universities, such as Columbia, have made concessions while others, such as Harvard, have resisted federal government intrusion into private strategic decisions and freedom of academic expression.
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Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 7 July 2025
This method allows for deeper communication between the parent and the baby, since the parent is actively looking for facial expressions or body language that could signal their baby is hungry.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 7 July 2025
Western North Carolina has long been a hub for creativity, as evidenced by the artistic expression throughout Saluda.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 5 July 2025
The team homed in on this metabolite, administering oral doses to aged mice – an animal model that could best mirror humans – and then assessed changes in muscle strength, endurance, mitochondrial function, inflammatory markers and gene expression.
—New Atlas, 4 July 2025
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Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 7 July 2025
This method allows for deeper communication between the parent and the baby, since the parent is actively looking for facial expressions or body language that could signal their baby is hungry.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 7 July 2025
Western North Carolina has long been a hub for creativity, as evidenced by the artistic expression throughout Saluda.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 5 July 2025
The team homed in on this metabolite, administering oral doses to aged mice – an animal model that could best mirror humans – and then assessed changes in muscle strength, endurance, mitochondrial function, inflammatory markers and gene expression.
—New Atlas, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expression
Noun
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But as the industry changed, YouTubers became influential and trusted voices.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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This smart plug has the power to turn any electronic into a smart device that can be controlled on your phone or through your voice via Alexa.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Always remember that the right sofa will blend both comfort and looks.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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They’re made with a soft cotton material that’ll keep you cozy during long flights, while providing an elevated look.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Jeff Gilbert—Getty Images Advertisement Trump famously visited the U.K. during his first term as U.S. President Trump paid a very brief visit to the U.K. in July 2018, meeting Queen Elizabeth II for a tea ceremony at Windsor Castle.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 July 2025
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The people around Gladys want to marry for love, in terms of Marian (Louisa Jacobson) and Carrie Astor (Amy Forsyth).—
Ronda Racha Penrice,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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Above this grid are seven phrases, each giving you a clue to seven words.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Among those surveyed who view pro-Palestinian protests favorably, 54% still believed the phrases increased the risk of violence.—
Grace Gilson,
Sun Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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This is often prescribed alongside a mild steroid and hydroquinone in a formulation known as triple combination cream.8 Over-the-Counter Skin Lighteners Products with gentler active ingredients are available without a prescription.—
Kelly Burch Published,
Verywell Health,
6 July 2025
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And differences in dosing and formulation must be accounted for.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
Noun
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The two come face to face in the villa, three years after Clayton dumped Rachel in the season 26 finale of the ABC series.—
Joelle Goldstein,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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And When an Israeli asks for coffee, serve him a coffee, beside a stencil of a scalding cup hitting a face.—
Guy Ben-Aharon,
The Atlantic,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Gibson’s poetry and spoken word performances often dealt with LGBTQ+ topics, gender norms and social justice.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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By the time our department chief got word that there had been a mass shooting at PittFest, his senior resident was incommunicado.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
15 July 2025
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Overall, the impression the car imparts is decidedly futuristic, and the design idiom certainly aligns with other recent luxurious EV concepts, such as those unveiled by Jaguar, Mercedes, and Genesis, as well as production vehicles such as the Tesla Cybertruck.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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By the time these terms get into the mainstream, new ones have already appeared, although some (such as to dig or cool) remain staples of the idiom despite wide non-Negro use.—
Benjamin Hale
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
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“Expression.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expression. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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