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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
Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
No other word expresses so much hatred and bigotry.
—Jordy Fee-Platt, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
That the trio’s affection often expresses itself in frustrated shouts, sighed exasperation or muted defeat, has become part of the bargain for 38-year-old Anna, who takes care of and is cared for by her parents (Victor Slezak as Dad and Marceline Hugot as Mom).
—Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
The third-place winner was the Monster Hunter Wilds Original Soundtrack, a majestic soundtrack that expresses the vitality of the game’s massive world.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Melania expresses some concern over their safety, understandably so.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Cousins expresses confidence in the inherent appeal of the material.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 30 Jan. 2026
Trump expresses her sympathies, and assures Siegel that one of her husband’s top priorities is freeing the hostages.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS BEHIND THE SCENES – 'Yellowstone' actress expresses shame over series conclusion after drama.
—FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
Leferi Chairman Choi In-seok expresses his condolences in his own statement following the late influencer's death.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
No other word expresses so much hatred and bigotry.
—Jordy Fee-Platt, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
That the trio’s affection often expresses itself in frustrated shouts, sighed exasperation or muted defeat, has become part of the bargain for 38-year-old Anna, who takes care of and is cared for by her parents (Victor Slezak as Dad and Marceline Hugot as Mom).
—Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
The third-place winner was the Monster Hunter Wilds Original Soundtrack, a majestic soundtrack that expresses the vitality of the game’s massive world.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Melania expresses some concern over their safety, understandably so.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Cousins expresses confidence in the inherent appeal of the material.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 30 Jan. 2026
Trump expresses her sympathies, and assures Siegel that one of her husband’s top priorities is freeing the hostages.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS BEHIND THE SCENES – 'Yellowstone' actress expresses shame over series conclusion after drama.
—FOXNews.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expresses
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The decision came after consultation with Stephen's wife of 14 years, Ayesha Curry, who voices a goat named Carol.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Scott voices Lincoln Gumb, a down-on-his-luck Vegas lawyer who hires Sheila Flambé (James), a local magician, to help with his courtroom presentations.—
David Faris,
TheWeek,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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All this requires a lot of power, which puts a strain on the grid and squeezes local resources.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Feb. 2026
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Instead, in order to protect their identities, their words are read aloud during re-enactments by powerhouse actresses such as Emma Thompson (who squeezes herself beneath an axle) and Kate Dickie (performing, as the nurse, on all fours on Kenmure Street itself).—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But the milestone signifies a strong start to 2026.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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There’s another strange assumption made among her followers, Cameron says, that her recent return to brown hair signifies a mental health issue of some sort.—
Nicola Dall'Asen,
Allure,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Gates Foundation’s influence has never been greater, its CEO says, but for the wrong reason.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The company says the architecture supports predictable handling during complex flight phases.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Marfa embodies a free-spirited approach to living—where art, community and self-expression unite under vast open skies.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
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Eco effort The estate embodies eco-conscious design in ways both small and large.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This duo appears to block certain chemical messengers in the gut and brain that trigger nausea and vomiting, and improve digestion by speeding up the rate at which food leaves the stomach.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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Drunkenness, like madness, protects the messengers of heretical truth from disbelief, disdain, and retaliation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That gives Takaichi a clear path to deliver on her agenda over the coming years – until the next election in 2027.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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The speech and debate clause, under Article 1, Section 6, of the Constitution, gives these members immunity from liability for defamation when reading the list of names aloud in court.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Their premise is that international-relations scholars are flailing in part because they’re trained to think of their field, as its name implies, as affairs between and among states.—
Andreas Kluth,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Analyst Robert Mollins’ price target of $5,440 implies an upside of 28%.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Expresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expresses. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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