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as in expression
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
an old man with a noticeably happy visage
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as in face
the front part of the head
visitors to the mountain range had long noted that the natural rock formation bore a striking resemblance to the visage of a man
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Recent Examples of visage
Her glam included makeup with bold brows, lined eyes and a natural visage.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 June 2025
The 83-year-old veteran’s bright blue eyes grew translucent with tears, guilt and sorrow overcoming his otherwise stoic visage.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
The look caused a bit of confusion after several viewers questioned whether one of those faces, seen prominently near the singer's groin area, was the visage of late civil-rights activist Rosa Parks.
—EW.com, 7 May 2025
Throughout his remarkable career, Chamberlain captivated audiences with his easy-on-the-eyes visage, commanding presence, and zest for life and all of its adventures.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 30 Mar. 2025
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 3 June 2025
The 83-year-old veteran’s bright blue eyes grew translucent with tears, guilt and sorrow overcoming his otherwise stoic visage.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
The look caused a bit of confusion after several viewers questioned whether one of those faces, seen prominently near the singer's groin area, was the visage of late civil-rights activist Rosa Parks.
—EW.com, 7 May 2025
Throughout his remarkable career, Chamberlain captivated audiences with his easy-on-the-eyes visage, commanding presence, and zest for life and all of its adventures.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visage
Noun
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The Leo moon enhances an outspoken and sunny disposition until someone challenges your expression.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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Going further, some of Barrett's critics claim the breaks with Trump have become personal, pointing to the justice's facial expression during an encounter with the president in the House chamber following his joint address to Congress in March.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
25 June 2025
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But his face was on camera, and law enforcement databases pointed investigators to Abston, the affidavit states.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
20 June 2025
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As Shildt came marching across the field, Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts raced out of his dugout, and the two managers were face to face for a moment before being pulled away from each other.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2025
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To me, Kelli flip-flopping on Brit this late in the game has a whiff of convenience, as if Kelli knew aligning herself with Brit amidst the Kenya controversy wasn’t a good look.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
23 June 2025
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Here's a look at some of the celebrities mentioned in court as the prosecution prepares to wrap up their case.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2025
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The agreement did not curtail Iran’s missile program and backing for nonstate actors across the Middle East; Tehran refused to countenance either as part of negotiations.—
Comfort Ero,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Apr. 2025
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My only tangible evidence was a necklace my mother had left behind—a cameo carved into shell that depicted her countenance.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
13 May 2025
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He was spotted sharing a a warm smile and lively chat with his mother-in-law mother, Carole Middleton, who was there with her daughter-in-law, Alizée Thévenet, who is married to Kate's brother, James Middleton.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
19 June 2025
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Fans who’ve been dying to see Bruno Mars become a Fortnite Festival Icon can now die with a smile, as the game has announced that the hitmaker is its Season 9 headliner.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
18 June 2025
Noun
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The ability to recite an obscure Lloyd Banks verse earned you some prideful grins or, even better, earnest assistance with your performance.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2025
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Giada De Laurentiis poses with a grin on her face in an all white ensemble during the Classic.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
23 June 2025
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“Visage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visage. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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