countenances 1 of 2

plural of countenance
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as in expressions
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling a pleasant countenance that puts visitors at ease

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countenances

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verb

present tense third-person singular of countenance

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Recent Examples of countenances
Noun
More people could look at their own countenances more accurately, and more often. — Cal Revely-Calder, New Yorker, 29 June 2026 As the time passes between them seeing me, their countenances are even more concerned. — Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
The policy still countenances harmful mining, but with the intent of benefiting locals, not faraway CEOs or shareholders. — Scott W. Stern, The Atlantic, 2 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for countenances
Noun
  • Established in 2018, the Universal Composers Initiative was designed to find artists from both traditional and non-conventional professional backgrounds whose creative viewpoints translate into distinctive musical expressions.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
  • And yet, in both features, the Azerbaijan rising star Eldar Isgandarov does just that, walking off with some of the funniest bits, the most outrageous expressions, the most unforgettable line readings.
    — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 12 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • As the hundreds of thousands of people made their way down the narrow roads following the politician, a few rerouted into the industry event, still carrying big flags and with faces lit up with hope.
    — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The service Most of the staff at Round Hill has been working there for over three decades—some fresh faces are mixed in, of course—and the service is delightfully friendly.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • While some debt settlement companies require clients to owe at least $10,000 to qualify, FDR accepts consumers with unsecured debts totaling $7,500.
    — Carson Brunson, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Janet sacrifices her judgment of Martin and accepts his offering with an open heart.
    — Via Scribner, Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • That also suggests the league accepts, or at least tolerates, the flag-heavy officiating that has come to define the early months of the season.
    — Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Vietnam's communist government tolerates little dissent and tightly controls the media.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • But today’s trend-conscious younger Americans are thinking beyond looks.
    — Steven John, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Carla also keeps exchanging these looks with Johnny, which is worrying me.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • But anyone who’s yet to see the earlier series need not fret; while Seven Havens makes reference especially to Korra, any crucial details are reestablished within a narrative that’s set nearly two centuries later and stands largely on its own.
    — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Where the court ultimately stands will have to do with its answers to these tough questions.
    — Robert Spitzer, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Genuine smiles and laughter Don't read too much into an initial polite smile.
    — Jeff Haden, CNBC, 9 July 2026
Verb
  • The interdictions come as Cuba endures its worst energy crisis in decades.
    — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The inanimate matter of the Earth endures, as does its atmosphere.
    — Eileen Hunt, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2026

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“Countenances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countenances. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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