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as in expression
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
a pleasant countenance that puts visitors at ease
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2
as in face
the front part of the head
a fairly pretty countenance
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as in composure
evenness of emotions or temper
the EMT's purposeful countenance was in stark contrast to everyone else's hysteria
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1
as in to accept
to have a favorable opinion of
I don't countenance such behavior in children of any age
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as in to tolerate
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
countenanced the delays and inconveniences of traveling by air with good grace
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Recent Examples of countenance
Amy Fine Collins, airmail.news, 26 Oct. 2024
Chelsea and Arsenal have been heavily linked but, unless anyone floats a fee significantly north of £100million, Newcastle will simply not countenance losing a player who is contracted until 2028.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 4 July 2024
Such an abuse of the pardon power would amount to obstruction of justice and is not countenanced by the Constitution.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Noun
She has been transformed—her facial structure has sharpened, her irises have brightened, and her whole countenance has assumed an enigmatic allure.
—Amy Fine Collins, airmail.news, 26 Oct. 2024
Chelsea and Arsenal have been heavily linked but, unless anyone floats a fee significantly north of £100million, Newcastle will simply not countenance losing a player who is contracted until 2028.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
Howe simply would not countenance losing the Sweden international, who scored 25 goals across four competitions for the club in 2023-24, including 21 in 30 Premier League appearances, and who, aged 24, is already close to providing consistent world-class form.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 4 July 2024
Such an abuse of the pardon power would amount to obstruction of justice and is not countenanced by the Constitution.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for countenance
Noun
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Onscreen talent will discuss how their work are expressions of modern masculinity.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
22 Jan. 2025
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Observers also noted contrasts in the reserved expressions of Democratic leaders, sparking curiosity at dynamics at play.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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And strangely, even in the face of that loss, a feeling of home remaining and, in a very surprising way, being deepened.—
Matt Brennan,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2025
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The show played a montage of Chalamet's face as other nominees won at various awards shows.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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That composure led to him landing a knee in the third round after a scramble to get off the mat and setting up the ground strikes that finished the fight at the 3:43 mark of Round 3.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Her composure at being able to handle that is beyond the level of a sophomore.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Overwhelmed by the futility of purchasing a home in South Pasadena, where Alexis’ family had been a longtime part of the community, the couple accepted.—
Tribune News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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Hauser & Wirth have an outpost here, and Koller Auctions, the leading Swiss auction house accepts consignments at any time.—
Alexandra Cheney,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2025
Verb
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That year, the award went to Chris Pronger of the St. Louis Blues at the height of the Dead Puck Era, when obstruction was tolerated and scoring was at a premium.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Israel will not tolerate violations of the agreement.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Golden Globe nominee stepped out in oversized dark-wash jeans, a black blouse and a cream trench coat, while the athlete wore a pair of light-wash oversized jeans, a brown flannel and a brown suede blouson jacket, topping off his look with a fur brown bucket hat.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
17 Jan. 2025
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The $15 set includes rod pocket tier curtains and a valance for a coordinated and complete look.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Special run-flat tires, a new thing at the time, finish off the impenetrable visage.—
Josh Max,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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For all of their uneasy gazing and silent discernment, artful visages are a key element in the decor.—
Leilani Marie Labong,
Architectural Digest,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This anniversary initiative shines a spotlight on its enduring legacy, with celebrated artist and cultural visionary Theaster Gates joining as a partner, cementing the store’s position at the nexus of culture and commerce.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Library of Congress Over the generations, one question has endured: What, if anything, is owed to the people?—
Joseph Rushmore,
New York Times,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Countenance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countenance. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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