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as in to voice
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
in a true democracy, a person can freely express his or her views
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as in to signify
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
an upraised thumb is now universally recognized as a gesture expressing approval or encouragement
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as in to say
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
could you express your opinion of the book in words a little more precise than "lousy"?
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as in to embody
to represent in visible form
towering spires express in glass and steel the optimism of the age
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as in specific
of a particular or exact sort
a trip to the supermarket with the express purpose of buying milk
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as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
students are not allowed to leave the grounds during school hours unless they have express permission from the principal's office
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as in messenger
one that carries a message or does an errand
the solicitors employ an express to deliver their summonses
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Recent Examples of express
Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
But Ric Herrero, the head of the Cuba Study Group, a pro-engagement advocacy organization, expressed skepticism that the Administration will do anything more than signal toughness.
—Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 17 Sep. 2025
Advertisement The story centers on Ray Garraty (Cooper Hoffman, son of the late Phillip Seymour Hoffman), a young man who has volunteered for the walk with the express goal of using his victory wish to get his hands on one of the guards' assault rifles and gun down the Major.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 26 June 2025
Plus, app orders over $150 automatically ship express—no extra steps needed.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 23 June 2025
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Verb
Since news of his death came out, many have taken to social media to express grief.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
But Ric Herrero, the head of the Cuba Study Group, a pro-engagement advocacy organization, expressed skepticism that the Administration will do anything more than signal toughness.
—Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
In July, Homeland Security launched a new express security lane for military members and their families.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 17 Sep. 2025
Advertisement The story centers on Ray Garraty (Cooper Hoffman, son of the late Phillip Seymour Hoffman), a young man who has volunteered for the walk with the express goal of using his victory wish to get his hands on one of the guards' assault rifles and gun down the Major.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
As previously reported by the Daily News, the massive overhaul of the bus network for the city’s geographically largest borough will give Queens 124 routes — 94 local and 30 express — with an emphasis on connecting bus riders to the rest of the city’s transit systems.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 26 June 2025
Plus, app orders over $150 automatically ship express—no extra steps needed.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for express
Verb
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The development sparked a backlash from the acting community, with the likes of Emily Blunt and SAG-AFTRA voicing concern.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
1 Oct. 2025
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Two days later, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) chairman Brendan Carr voiced his frustrations over Kimmel's comments and ABC temporarily pulled Kimmel from the air, while broadcasters Sinclair and Nexstar continued to preempt the show following its return on Sept 23.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Reds squeezed into the third wild-card slot for their first playoff appearance in five years.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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Some people who have bought homes in the last few years feel squeezed by monthly payments that leave little cash left over.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
29 Sep. 2025
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His album, titled El Rey de Habana, signifies his shift away from what’s typically recognized as reparto, fusing R&B, Brazilian funk, Jersey club, Afrobeats, and reggaeton.—
Ana González Vilá,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
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The expansion signifies the airline's first international destinations.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Sep. 2025
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An Elanco spokesperson said the company will add public amenities next to the headquarters that neighbors can enjoy, such as a waterfront trail.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
2 Oct. 2025
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Education Department spokeswoman Rachel Starks said the total number of student awards listed in the report is not final.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Even in antiquity, some thinkers embodied this courage.—
Shai Tubali,
Big Think,
30 Sep. 2025
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The bigger test, Powell says, was embodying the character.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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For Farley, who marks his fifth anniversary as CEO on Wednesday, there have been industry-wide problems to deal with, as well as Ford-specific issues that the company is still in the process of navigating.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Depending on specific risk factors, providers may recommend one or more of these tests.—
Dr. Megha Gupta,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The political resonance of his project arises not from an explicit statement of values but from a tender demonstration of complex, undeniable humanity.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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The department’s content warnings include mild romantic situations and notions of matchmaking, gentle social satire, occasional passive-aggressive dialogue and very mild suggestive themes (but nothing explicit).—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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One day, Apepi sent a messenger south to Thebes to convey a complaint and an instruction to Seqenenra.—
Vanessa Taylor,
Big Think,
25 Sep. 2025
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After trying to hunt down the messenger in the halls of UBN, Bradley calls Chip and presents the messages she’s received to him over drinks.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Express.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/express. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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