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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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as in face
the front part of the head
a fairly pretty countenance
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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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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
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
Sarah Pidgeon The modern-day Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, Sarah Pidgeon donned a soft glam countenance the late Calvin Klein publicist would approve of.
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Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
Encyclopedia Britannica,
20 Mar. 2026
At the time, France, led by President Jacques Chirac, could not countenance supporting an attack on Saddam Hussein, given the weak evidence for either weapons of mass destruction or a link to the horrors of 9/11.
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Kamal Ahmed,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Her exterior countenance reveals the inner storm in completely believable and gripping ways.
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Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
Sarah Pidgeon The modern-day Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, Sarah Pidgeon donned a soft glam countenance the late Calvin Klein publicist would approve of.
—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
This condition cannot be met by utilitarianism, because that ethical theory would countenance forms of government in which the greater happiness of a majority is achieved by neglecting the rights and interests of a minority.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
20 Mar. 2026
At the time, France, led by President Jacques Chirac, could not countenance supporting an attack on Saddam Hussein, given the weak evidence for either weapons of mass destruction or a link to the horrors of 9/11.
—
Kamal Ahmed,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for countenance
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Rhaenyra doesn't know what expression to wear when looking at her former childhood friend.
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Reynolds uses the modern expression culture war to describe the mutual antagonism; that feels right.
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According to the report, the boy first developed progressive facial numbness and tingling on the right side of his face, followed by loss of appetite, painful swallowing and vomiting.
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Kiros, who defeated DeGette, is now the face of democratic socialists in the state.
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Control and composure are at the core of this leadership philosophy.
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In a 1-1 game in the 10th, Brewers reliever Joel Kuhnel lost his composure after issuing an intentional walk to Crow-Armstrong to face Alex Bregman with runners on the corners and two outs.
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Challenge accepted While visitors boarded the ships to learn about foreign cultures, sailors operating the vessels found their own ways to connect with their international counterparts.
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The Saudi Tennis Federation accepted WTA’s proposal, and the two organizations mutually agreed on the conclusion of the hosting arrangement and remain proud of the achievements realized through their partnership.
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Beyond that, a truce means whatever the negotiators will tolerate as long as none backs out of talks.
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Today’s challenge is building genuine relationships, creating strong global teams, and leveraging diversity rather than merely tolerating it.
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To mimic Streep's look, pair the jeans with a striped button-up top.
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For a coordinated look, there’s also a matching short-sleeve or long-sleeve shirt—each available for under $50.
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Makeup artist Tracey Levy utilized Beauty Pie products for the actress’ luminous visage.
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In 2026, Trump has made America about himself — about his petty wants and needs, about his aesthetic vision, about his visage on banners, currency and passports, about his ideas on art and culture and history.
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For those who have endured it, the lottery curse is more akin to spending a few weeks of your life in celebrity hell.
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In France, which endured its hottest day on record Wednesday, at least 55 people — most of them young— drowned over the last 10 days, according to a goverment official.
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“Countenance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countenance. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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