expression

Example Sentences

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The author’s title, for a notable instance, clips off the end of the full line “those who are about to die salute you”—an expression credited to gladiators but was seldom actually exclaimed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

As hard as Charlie tries to look at her the same way, his expression is different.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

“After the dictator fell, gender expression should have been the natural extension of that kind of freedom. But there’s a kind of retaliation happening,” Zaalan shared.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The declaration was more an expression of intent rather than a comprehensive agreement, but once again, it highlighted the role China can play in the region, and its interest in stability in the Middle East.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

We all stopped, taking in his expression, and it was like he didn’t even have to tell us.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin