as in look
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
the friendly mien of the librarian suggested that she was willing to offer any needed help
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Recent Examples of mien
But the film belongs to Farmer, Jacobs’ own grandmother, who gives Hettie an unfussy sturdiness of mien and spirit to counter the growing, sighing frailty of her person, and a steady, narrow stare that occasionally seems to see through time.
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Guy Lodge,
Variety,
7 Feb. 2026
The ancient estate and Henry’s melancholic mien put us deep into the tropes of that genre before the plot even gets moving.
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Judy Berman,
Time,
19 Jan. 2026
The work comprises a fifty-six-foot-long canvas mounted on a self-standing structure and depicting a line of people, packed close together on mountainous Kosovan terrain, their circumstances and mien evoking stress and endurance.
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News Desk,
Artforum,
14 Jan. 2026
But sometimes what shines through a portrait is more color than mien.
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Heller McAlpin,
Christian Science Monitor,
12 Dec. 2025
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Guy Lodge,
Variety,
7 Feb. 2026
The ancient estate and Henry’s melancholic mien put us deep into the tropes of that genre before the plot even gets moving.
—
Judy Berman,
Time,
19 Jan. 2026
The work comprises a fifty-six-foot-long canvas mounted on a self-standing structure and depicting a line of people, packed close together on mountainous Kosovan terrain, their circumstances and mien evoking stress and endurance.
—
News Desk,
Artforum,
14 Jan. 2026
But sometimes what shines through a portrait is more color than mien.
—
Heller McAlpin,
Christian Science Monitor,
12 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mien
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mien
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Getting a different look versus right-hander Chad Patrick, the Cubs offense gave Peterson a boost in a four-run sixth behind a two-out rally.
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Made up of sharp angles and straight lines, the quilt and its matching shams have a look that strikes the right balance between classic and contemporary.
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That’s more like it, although Haaland reverted to his refreshing aw-shucks demeanor when asked about his latest brace of goals.
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Hervé Renard just might be the most interesting coach in soccer, given his success stories, his reputation for turning around teams and, well, his often intense sideline demeanor.
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Jude Bellingham is also making his presence known in the midfield, helping England to win the majority of the duels so far.
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While Simpson still would occasionally attend Bills home games through personal connections, the team would not acknowledge his presence.
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During the preference sheet meeting, the major difference in Kayley and Genevieve’s attitudes is perfectly illustrated.
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Formalwear embraced a relaxed attitude, with most of the blazers coming collarless, or with mandarin collars and kimono-inspired, paired with looser-fit trousers nodding to pajamas.
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But he is viewed by Labour supporters as a more effective, optimistic and plain-speaking communicator than Starmer, who's quiet, lawyerly manner has consistently failed to connect with the public's national mood.
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Authorities have not said whether foul play is suspected, and no manner of death has been determined.
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Also boosting demand and driving ticket prices for Saturday’s game is the fact that 41-year-old superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, who has 669 million Instagram followers, is captain of the Portuguese team and has said this World Cup will be his last, making each appearance a high-profile event.
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Kane scored off a header in the 67th minute of the match in the Meadowlands, giving him 11 goals in 14 career World Cup appearances.
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“Mien.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mien. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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