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as in voices
an act, process, or means of putting something into words
the poem is his expression of his grief upon the loss of his beloved wife
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as in looks
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
we could tell by the fans' expressions that the Chicago Cubs had lost again
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as in terms
a pronounceable series of letters having a distinct meaning especially in a particular field
the expression "John Doe" is used in legal proceedings to refer to a person whose actual name is either unknown or being withheld from the public
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as in phrases
a sequence of words having a specific meaning
the popular expression "raining cats and dogs" is meaningless in other languages
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Recent Examples of expressions
Altitude can also produce meaningfully different interpretations of the grape—higher sites can create wines that are more mineral and tense, while other locations yield softer and more fragrant expressions.
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Devin Parr,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Denby, as a critic, was fascinated by the great dancer Vaslav Nijinsky, as much for his expressions as for his torso, arms, or legs.
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Cal Revely-Calder,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
The two expressions, Shāng Dàn Yǎ and Shāng East + West Kentucky Blend, were created as a collaboration between Guìzhōu Guótái Shùzhì Liquor Group, Maritine Brands, True Essence Foods, The Blending House, and Whiskey House of Kentucky.
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Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
And, for all the theater of the hearing and Wyper’s expressions of sympathy with aldermen, the Stonepeak executive didn’t offer any meaningful concessions to make this obnoxious meter deal more palatable for Chicagoans.
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The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
At first glance, these expressions might seem triumphalist declarations that link the nation’s success over the past 250 years with Christian faith.
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David Mislin,
The Conversation,
26 June 2026
Her style was wholly her own, with a delightfully strange mix of off-kilter compositions, deadpan facial expressions, and historical references.
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Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
25 June 2026
By incorporating realistic facial expressions and responsive dialogue, the system is intended to create a more immersive and engaging learning experience.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
25 June 2026
Scientists trying to uncover how laughter evolved have picked apart animals’ facial expressions, but less work has been done on how laughs sound.
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ABC News,
25 June 2026
Devin Parr,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Denby, as a critic, was fascinated by the great dancer Vaslav Nijinsky, as much for his expressions as for his torso, arms, or legs.
—
Cal Revely-Calder,
New Yorker,
29 June 2026
The two expressions, Shāng Dàn Yǎ and Shāng East + West Kentucky Blend, were created as a collaboration between Guìzhōu Guótái Shùzhì Liquor Group, Maritine Brands, True Essence Foods, The Blending House, and Whiskey House of Kentucky.
—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
And, for all the theater of the hearing and Wyper’s expressions of sympathy with aldermen, the Stonepeak executive didn’t offer any meaningful concessions to make this obnoxious meter deal more palatable for Chicagoans.
—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
At first glance, these expressions might seem triumphalist declarations that link the nation’s success over the past 250 years with Christian faith.
—
David Mislin,
The Conversation,
26 June 2026
Her style was wholly her own, with a delightfully strange mix of off-kilter compositions, deadpan facial expressions, and historical references.
—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
25 June 2026
By incorporating realistic facial expressions and responsive dialogue, the system is intended to create a more immersive and engaging learning experience.
—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
25 June 2026
Scientists trying to uncover how laughter evolved have picked apart animals’ facial expressions, but less work has been done on how laughs sound.
—
ABC News,
25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expressions
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Disney will press viewers to make their voices heard by leaving a comment with the FCC online, entering the corresponding docket number along with their submission.
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The party’s rhetoric, which includes nativism and calling to move on from the shadow of the Holocaust, has ignited allegations of antisemitism from leading Jewish voices in Germany, even as the party and its defenders say its policies are ideal to keep Jews safe.
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Scroll on for the ultimate breakdown and get inspired to put your spin on these looks for your next getaway.
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While traditional tailoring and minimalist silhouettes dominated the red carpet, prospects masterfully personalized their looks.
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Each union agreed to slightly different terms for how long the leave programs are in place and by how much salaries were reduced.
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Review a bill, then send a polite message that clarifies terms, because simple words protect value and invite respectful responses.
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But the First Amendment is more than a few eloquent phrases about free speech, and its principles are far from historical relics.
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Crypto Clipper monitors clipboard contents for patterns that are consistent with standardized 12- or 24-word seed phrases.
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Concentrated formulations, such as those developed by Orange House, are specifically designed to deliver strong performance with smaller amounts per wash.
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Historically, testing new formulations was a slow and expensive process.
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Big names and big faces on television are bound to have their critics.
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Every round, both losing players have to put stickers on their faces.
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Direct words simplify next steps.
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Toby Tran, who also lives in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, echoed Nitran’s words.
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Language is often a reflection of the culture that shapes it, impacting tone, idioms, dialects and even silence across regions.
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Probably because at the time many of the time signatures and chordal progressions that Miles used were over the head of a young guitar player still functioning in the blues and folk idioms.
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“Expressions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expressions. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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