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as in expression
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
a pleasant countenance that puts visitors at ease
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2
as in face
the front part of the head
a fairly pretty countenance
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3
as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
the EMT's purposeful countenance was in stark contrast to everyone else's hysteria
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1
as in to accept
to have a favorable opinion of
I don't countenance such behavior in children of any age
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as in to tolerate
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
countenanced the delays and inconveniences of traveling by air with good grace
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Recent Examples of countenance
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2025
Russian officials have repeatedly refused to countenance troops from any NATO country on Ukrainian soil.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Dan Cancian, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Russian officials have repeatedly refused to countenance troops from any NATO country on Ukrainian soil.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
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Noun
As in, the color of one’s countenance when feeling ill.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2025
Russian officials have repeatedly refused to countenance troops from any NATO country on Ukrainian soil.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
Another early exit is a prospect Madrid cannot countenance, but with great expectations comes great pressure.
—Dan Cancian, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Russian officials have repeatedly refused to countenance troops from any NATO country on Ukrainian soil.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for countenance
Noun
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At a time when consumers are seeking authenticity, diversity and new narratives, Vicunha said Latin America stands out as a hub of creativity, color and expression.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Oct. 2025
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His biggest expression forever has been fighting or mouthing off.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The photos showed the reality TV star sitting in an emergency room chair holding an ice pack to his face.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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Other times, the mob leaned on more traditional crime tactics — robbery, extortion and assault, including a punch to one victim’s face — to force the card players to pay.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Pribula, who continues to grow as a first-year starter, has shown steady composure despite last week’s loss.—
Zach Sweet,
Kansas City Star,
17 Oct. 2025
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Technical skills can be taught, but composure, teamwork and recovery under pressure are what drive performance.—
Elan Gepner-Dales,
Rolling Stone,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Members of the committee from both political parties criticized Underly for choosing to accept an alumni award at Indiana University instead of appearing before the committee Thursday to answer questions about student safety for the public that have arisen because of the Capital Times reporting.—
Molly Beck,
jsonline.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Christopher Scholtes accepted a plea deal that carries a sentence of 20 to 30 years in prison.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This low-maintenance shrubs tolerates deer and rabbit browsing, dry soil, and drought.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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Some, like tropical hibiscus, won’t tolerate it at all.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The ethereal look involved a dazzling asymmetrical gold corset that flaunted Kardashian's curves, accented with white details, including a tulle skirt with gold embellishments.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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The hotel’s 142 rooms and suites are designed with a dark-wood and light-linen look—sort of Scandi meets Spanish colonial.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Reeves gives life to John Constantine, a chain-smoking cynic with the ability to perceive the true visage of half-angels and half-demons.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
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Ferrari’s second halo car may have been designed by Pininfarina, but its latest owes its muscular visage to Ferrari’s in-house Styling Centre, which is led by Flavio Manzoni.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The poetic image of the boomerang traveling through space rings real and true in this landmark study as a feat of engineering and an enduring symbol that traversed and survived colonialism.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Oct. 2025
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An enduring lover of power suits (and on a current high-fashion streak), Markle opted for a sleek black Armani suit at a recent event for Project Healthy Minds in New York, walking the carpet with her husband Prince Harry.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Countenance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countenance. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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