1
as in voicing
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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2
as in squeezing
to apply external pressure on so as to force out the juice or contents of
except as a fun event at festivals, nowadays people do not make wine by expressing grapes with their feet
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as in signifying
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 saying
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 embodying
to represent in visible form
towering spires express in glass and steel the optimism of the age
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Recent Examples of expressing
Some union leaders for health care workers with Allina released a statement upon the announcement of this deal expressing some concerns.
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Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
The shooting unleashed a stream of political reaction, with Republicans quick to blame Pritzker and his fellow Democrats for championing the state’s sanctuary policies, using them as a political cudgel in expressing outrage over Gorman’s killing.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
In confessional, Dorit says that what Kyle is expressing is not concern or group consensus.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
The father of a man killed in a shooting at a Queens bar earlier this week is mourning the loss of his youngest child, while also expressing empathy for his killers.
—Doug Williams, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
There’s a lot of boundaries being pushed, a lot of people expressing new ideas.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 27 Mar. 2026
Several Americans trying to flee the Middle East amid the United States war with Iran are expressing their frustrations with the State Department's efforts to get them out of the region.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Courtesy Ricardo Martinez Martinez and Gordon's petition had garnered local attention, with about 3,000 signatures and residents expressing concern over the fate of Blondie’s two cubs, by the time Blondie was euthanized.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Advocates aren’t alone in expressing frustration with Ladapo and the agency.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
The shooting unleashed a stream of political reaction, with Republicans quick to blame Pritzker and his fellow Democrats for championing the state’s sanctuary policies, using them as a political cudgel in expressing outrage over Gorman’s killing.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
In confessional, Dorit says that what Kyle is expressing is not concern or group consensus.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
The father of a man killed in a shooting at a Queens bar earlier this week is mourning the loss of his youngest child, while also expressing empathy for his killers.
—Doug Williams, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
There’s a lot of boundaries being pushed, a lot of people expressing new ideas.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 27 Mar. 2026
Several Americans trying to flee the Middle East amid the United States war with Iran are expressing their frustrations with the State Department's efforts to get them out of the region.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Courtesy Ricardo Martinez Martinez and Gordon's petition had garnered local attention, with about 3,000 signatures and residents expressing concern over the fate of Blondie’s two cubs, by the time Blondie was euthanized.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Advocates aren’t alone in expressing frustration with Ladapo and the agency.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expressing
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Dozens flocked to City Hall, wielding signs and voicing pleas for Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty, Sacramento City Manager Maraskeshia Smith and other council members to halt construction.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Ivey clearly felt comfortable voicing increasingly fringe beliefs, but that doesn’t automatically translate into the manic crash-out of the last week, which notably occurred directly after he was shut down with an injury for a second consecutive season.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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The videos have pulled back the curtain on ingredient shifts across some of the company’s most recognizable products — and a surging cocoa market that’s squeezing the entire candy industry.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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The Pios led 4-1 after a period and put the clamps down, methodically squeezing the clock and the Broncos’ hopes of a repeat title, a shift at a time.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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Both Batula and Wilson have also unfollowed the 30-year-old, signifying a less-than-amicable friendship split.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Apr. 2026
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Kyle Farmer and Dominic Smith each signed a one-year split contract Saturday, signifying both will be in the clubhouse Friday at Truist Park when the team opens the season against the Royals.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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That neighbor also raised concerns about security, saying fewer on-site resources and changes in how calls are handled have left some people feeling uneasy.—
Daniel Wilkerson,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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For years, would-be first-time homebuyers have complained about the skimpy inventory of starter homes, saying costly McMansion-style subdivisions are all that’s being built now.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
30 Mar. 2026
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If Shrinking season 3 is all about moving forward, Luke Tennie’s Sean might be the character embodying that theme the most.—
Ashley Boucher,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Apr. 2026
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Each of these individuals has demonstrated exceptional dedication, creativity and leadership in their respective areas, embodying the collaborative spirit that drives our success.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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Along with valid photo identification, occupants must also provide a statement from a licensed physician stating that a permanent disability severely limits aspects of their daily lives.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
28 Mar. 2026
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Reuters first reported on the breach March 27, stating that a Justice Department official confirmed the breach and said material published online appeared to be authentic.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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If the Red Sea remains closed, if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, then the global economy very quickly, within weeks, goes into recession and brings crushing stagflation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Instead, the Dodgers’ clutch middle-of-the-order threat was able to toy with the Arizona Diamondbacks, crushing a go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to power a 3-2 victory and a 3-0 start to the season.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
29 Mar. 2026
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Market pricing is implying no moves in either direction before the end of the year.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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In a response posted to social media, Kennedy hit back at the pediatrics academy's criticism, implying that corporate pharmaceutical funders influenced the organization's views.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Expressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expressing. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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