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
Advocates aren’t alone in expressing frustration with Ladapo and the agency.
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Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Shane Daley, 40, was accused by federal prosecutors in August of placing multiple calls to a Thompson family member immediately after the December 2024 shooting and expressing glee about the insurance executive's killing.
—CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
His family confirmed his death to TODAY, as well as shared the news on Brendon's social media on March 20, expressing their heartache and love for the actor.
—Today, NBC news, 21 Mar. 2026
Carvajal started the chat and deleted some messages but has not stepped down, despite expressing regrets about his involvement.
—Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
On social media, Danilee Kelly Norris paid tribute to her dad with several photos and a moving note expressing her love.
—Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
The campaign has encouraged residents to upload videos expressing appreciation for the department.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
As the February Gauge release approached, several clients were expressing concerns that the measurement firm was going to put out numbers suggesting sharper-than-expected declines in streaming.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2026
The 2007 building presented itself as a machine for expressing humanity through art; the reopening show ventures into the border zone where person meets machine.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 19 Mar. 2026
Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Shane Daley, 40, was accused by federal prosecutors in August of placing multiple calls to a Thompson family member immediately after the December 2024 shooting and expressing glee about the insurance executive's killing.
—CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
His family confirmed his death to TODAY, as well as shared the news on Brendon's social media on March 20, expressing their heartache and love for the actor.
—Today, NBC news, 21 Mar. 2026
Carvajal started the chat and deleted some messages but has not stepped down, despite expressing regrets about his involvement.
—Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
On social media, Danilee Kelly Norris paid tribute to her dad with several photos and a moving note expressing her love.
—Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
The campaign has encouraged residents to upload videos expressing appreciation for the department.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 20 Mar. 2026
As the February Gauge release approached, several clients were expressing concerns that the measurement firm was going to put out numbers suggesting sharper-than-expected declines in streaming.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2026
The 2007 building presented itself as a machine for expressing humanity through art; the reopening show ventures into the border zone where person meets machine.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 19 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expressing
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Some medical practitioners are now voicing their dissatisfaction with those policies by entering politics.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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Broward residents did an amazing job contacting officials and voicing their opinions.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Mar. 2026
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Not just reserved for jack-o-lanterns and lattes, pumpkin, more specifically, the oil that comes from roasting, grinding, and squeezing the seeds, is trending as an ingredient that can be beneficial for your scalp and hair.—
Mykenna Maniece,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Top with basil leaves and serve with cooked rice on the side and lime wedges for squeezing over.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 Mar. 2026
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Reviews have been mixed, with some critics embracing Gyllenhaal’s bold vision and others dismissing it as a whole lot of sound and fury, signifying zilch.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2026
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Other songwriters might opt to wring notes of sadness from the whole squad getting hitched, but this one is winking at the listener, signifying the end of his seclusion in Europe and the embrace of fans who haven’t had an audience with him in a long time.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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That’s despite analysts saying that spiraling oil prices due to Persian Gulf production blockages are benefiting the Russian economy.—
Rebecca Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
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No one on the board is saying the First District should not get the funds.—
Tony Saavedra,
Oc Register,
17 Mar. 2026
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That is the theme these Bruins are embodying.—
Aaron Heisen,
Oc Register,
16 Mar. 2026
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In post-colonial Burma – Myanmar’s name until 1989 – being an ideal citizen meant being an ideal Buddhist; meditation was seen as a visible expression embodying that ideal.—
Daniel M. Stuart,
The Conversation,
16 Mar. 2026
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The company highlighted fast-charging performance as a key differentiator, stating the system supports 4C charging and can reach a full charge in roughly 11 minutes.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
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Police decline her requests, stating that Timberlake would be held and processed.—
GMA Team,
ABC News,
21 Mar. 2026
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This year’s mantra of joy has resonated after last year’s crushing Final Four loss to Connecticut.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2026
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Some might find that turnaround surprising, especially considering the crushing manner in which Texas (18-1, 2-1 SEC) lost Friday, giving up a two-out, go-ahead grand slam in the ninth inning before ultimately falling in extras.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Mar. 2026
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Futures market pricing is implying almost no chance of a rate cut, according to the CME Group's FedWatch gauge.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Tab key now just shows a symbol implying that function, rather than the word.—
Joe Osborne,
PC Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Expressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expressing. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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