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as in voices
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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as in signifies
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 says
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 embodies
to represent in visible form
towering spires express in glass and steel the optimism of the age
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as in messengers
one that carries a message or does an errand
the solicitors employ an express to deliver their summonses
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Recent Examples of expresses
Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Bryl has built a beauty career over the past four decades based on accuracy, discretion, and the belief that beauty, at its best, expresses presence rather than perfection.
—Jordan French, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Under the bill, minors could not create accounts without parental consent, and parents would gain sweeping control — including the ability to review chatbot conversations, limit usage times, and receive alerts if a child expresses intent to harm themselves or others.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Silverman frequently shares photos of them and expresses his love for both of the girls in his life.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
An op-ed is an essay published by a news outlet, either in print or online, that expresses the author’s viewpoint.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS RING RAGE — WWE star Kit Wilson expresses support for Cody Rhodes after Pat McAfee promo.
—FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
In her new British Vogue cover story, Charli expresses a general ennui toward pop stardom.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
Dylan expresses interest in Greg from the first episode.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 12 Apr. 2026
Verb
Victoria Frenner, who is a therapist, expresses skepticism about the book’s punchy tone.
—Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Bryl has built a beauty career over the past four decades based on accuracy, discretion, and the belief that beauty, at its best, expresses presence rather than perfection.
—Jordan French, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Under the bill, minors could not create accounts without parental consent, and parents would gain sweeping control — including the ability to review chatbot conversations, limit usage times, and receive alerts if a child expresses intent to harm themselves or others.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Silverman frequently shares photos of them and expresses his love for both of the girls in his life.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
An op-ed is an essay published by a news outlet, either in print or online, that expresses the author’s viewpoint.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS RING RAGE — WWE star Kit Wilson expresses support for Cody Rhodes after Pat McAfee promo.
—FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
In her new British Vogue cover story, Charli expresses a general ennui toward pop stardom.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
Dylan expresses interest in Greg from the first episode.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expresses
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Kravitz voices Bawma, a Pirate King-type antagonist built specifically for this game rather than pulled from the existing Bond film catalog.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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MacFarlane voices Stewie and will executive-produce for Fuzzy Door.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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For the United States, the blockade squeezes Iran’s already weakened economy by denying it long-term cash flow.—
Michelle L. Price,
Fortune,
19 Apr. 2026
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The waves, which were first used in Boston in 2011, help spread things out so that runners don’t have to walk after the start, when Main Street in Hopkinton squeezes to just 39 feet wide.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Apr. 2026
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The brand earned the podiatrist seal of approval, which signifies that its footwear provides adequate support on arches, toes, and ankles.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
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This ratio signifies a 35% premium over its historical five-year average forward P/E of 21x.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Bianco says the probe is a fact‑finding effort to ensure election integrity, not a criminal case.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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The complaint says the parents were told the injury was caused by normal toddler play.—
Lina Ruiz
May 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Read below to find out who embodies your sun, moon or rising.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Land, after all, embodies the true luxury of being finite.—
Natalie Hoberman,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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But other cosmic messengers exist.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
15 May 2026
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While SSRIs affect only the neurotransmitter serotonin, tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline and nortriptyline impact both serotonin and norepinephrine and other chemical messengers.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Opportunities to attend the Rolling Stone Residency will be available to Rolling Stone Readers as well as for redemption through SkyMiles Experiences, Delta’s platform that gives its loyalty Members access to once-in-a-lifetime experiences.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
18 May 2026
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The design also gives Reebok a baseline to grow from.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The title implies that it will be set before the 1974 film, in which Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced Fronk-en-steen), played by Gene Wilder, is lured back to Transylvania and picks up his grandfather Victor’s experiments with re-animating the dead.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2026
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This implies a six-month swing all the way from record net short to a level near the net long position held in early 2024, which is the last time that prices reached a dollar per pound.—
SJ Guest Editorial,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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“Expresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expresses. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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