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as in to squeeze
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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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adjective

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noun

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Synonym Chooser

How is the word express distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of express are air, broach, utter, vent, and voice. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When is air a more appropriate choice than express?

In some situations, the words air and express are roughly equivalent. However, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

When would broach be a good substitute for express?

The meanings of broach and express largely overlap; however, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

In what contexts can utter take the place of express?

While in some cases nearly identical to express, utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When can vent be used instead of express?

The words vent and express can be used in similar contexts, but vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

Where would voice be a reasonable alternative to express?

The synonyms voice and express are sometimes interchangeable, but voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of express
Verb
Still, the companies have expressed support for each other. Jackie Wattles, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025 At a preliminary monthly board meeting Wednesday, Acero parents and teachers expressed mixed emotions about the prospect of closing the two campuses — Paz and Cruz — that weren’t laid out to be saved in last week’s resolution. Ikram Mohamed, Chicago Tribune, 6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
The video humorously highlighted how different breeds—and individual dogs—express excitement in their own unique ways. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025 There’s no need to don a corset under your ski gear, however, as the amenities are slick and modern, with 10 lifts, including an eight-seat gondola and a six-pack express chairlift. Jennifer Malloy, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2025
Noun
The post office will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, and only priority mail express mail will be delivered. Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 17 Dec. 2024 Pending an approval of the MTA’s board, the re-drawn Queens bus map will have 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, 17 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for express
Recent Examples of Synonyms for express
Verb
  • One such force is the villainous cartoon Mr. Ring-a-Ding (voiced by Alan Cumming), who is shown breaking out of a movie theater screen to terrorize a 1950s audience.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 2 Mar. 2025
  • Expressions of solidarity with Ukraine were voiced by Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
    Katya Soldak, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Risks remain—policy shifts could stall, or DOGE’s efficiency drive might squeeze budgets—but the upside potential is tantalizing.
    Jaime Catmull, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
  • The international order forged after World War II is imploding, squeezed on all sides by the return of strongmen, nationalism and spheres of influence — with President Trump leading the charge.
    Zachary Basu, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • This commitment signifies a departure from traditional norms, a bold strategy aiming to redefine consumer expectations.
    Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
  • However, tongue bleeding can also signify other conditions, including vitamin deficiency, infections, or cancer.
    Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The league does not publicize those distributions, but the Rays have been a beneficiary, people briefed on that process said.
    Evan Drellich, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Initially, the damage was attributed to high winds but eventually was investigated as a hate crime, police said.
    Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 9 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Like Nichols before her, Saldaña embodied Star Trek’s optimistic, socially progressive ideals, serving as a heroic, aspirational icon for young girls with their eyes on a bold future.
    Megan Vick, EW.com, 1 Mar. 2025
  • Thoughtful gestures embody the ideals of her exemplary hospitality.
    Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Some concern over Tesla involves the company’s performance, while others are specific to Musk, who is spending much of his time in Washington D.C Consumers are also growing worried about the impact of Trump’s tariffs on the economy.
    Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Mario Tama/Getty Images Job cuts impact the visitor experience The NPS has not publicly confirmed the number or types of jobs lost at specific national parks, nor responded to NPR's requests for comment.
    Rachel Treisman, NPR, 26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Zelenskyy had been pressing the White House for explicit security guarantees, to no avail.
    arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Being explicit and deliberate in communicating timely health advice is critical, particularly during a deadly disease outbreak.
    Omer Awan, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • This can be challenging, as middle managers may not often be the decision maker on key decisions, but are often the messenger in cascading communications and leading change with their teams.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
  • The influence of Mercury sextile Pluto is all the more pivotal for you being ruled by the messenger planet, so don’t be surprised if you’re suddenly compelled to make big changes to your work routine or approach to wellness.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025

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“Express.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/express. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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