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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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These four whiskies, standard expressions, and special bottlings were judged the best single malts of 2024 by the IWSC’s esteemed panel of judges.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
But despite dolphins’ playful reputation, their facial expressions during play had never been investigated before, though studies have established that other mammals, like humans and monkeys, communicate with open-mouthed, smile-like expressions when playing.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
The company is known for producing high-quality Tequilas, offering various expressions, from Silver and Reposado to Añejo and their ultra-premium Milenio Extra Añejo.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
In addition to these core expressions, Johnnie Walker releases limited-edition bottlings and innovations, such as the Johnnie Walker High Rye.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Their range includes several core expressions, such as the light and fresh Tomatin Legacy and the fruity and creamy Tomatin 12 YO.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Five Trail Barrel Proof Batch 003 offers a well-rounded, complex experience for whiskey enthusiasts who appreciate higher-proof expressions.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Popular expressions include the light and fruity Bunnahabhain 12 YO, the rich and Sherried 18 YO, and Toiteach A Dhà, a peated expression featuring a distinct smokiness and a fruity, layered complexity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The interest in Indian food, and its diverse regional expressions, is also clearly growing not just in NYC but around the country.
—Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
But despite dolphins’ playful reputation, their facial expressions during play had never been investigated before, though studies have established that other mammals, like humans and monkeys, communicate with open-mouthed, smile-like expressions when playing.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
The company is known for producing high-quality Tequilas, offering various expressions, from Silver and Reposado to Añejo and their ultra-premium Milenio Extra Añejo.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
In addition to these core expressions, Johnnie Walker releases limited-edition bottlings and innovations, such as the Johnnie Walker High Rye.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Their range includes several core expressions, such as the light and fresh Tomatin Legacy and the fruity and creamy Tomatin 12 YO.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Five Trail Barrel Proof Batch 003 offers a well-rounded, complex experience for whiskey enthusiasts who appreciate higher-proof expressions.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Popular expressions include the light and fruity Bunnahabhain 12 YO, the rich and Sherried 18 YO, and Toiteach A Dhà, a peated expression featuring a distinct smokiness and a fruity, layered complexity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The interest in Indian food, and its diverse regional expressions, is also clearly growing not just in NYC but around the country.
—Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Expressions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expressions. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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