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as in to voice
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 to signify
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 to say
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 to embody
to represent in visible form
towering spires express in glass and steel the optimism of the age
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as in specific
of a particular or exact sort
a trip to the supermarket with the express purpose of buying milk
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as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
students are not allowed to leave the grounds during school hours unless they have express permission from the principal's office
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as in messenger
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 express
Caelyn Pender, The Mercury News, 22 Feb. 2025
The meticulousness of the verse expresses not only the soldier’s discipline and resolve, but also the poet’s care, her unspoken but unmistakable tenderness toward him.
—A.o. Scott, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Annie Palmer, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025
Our ability to convey information, express ideas, and truly understand one another can mean the difference between failure or success, isolation or connection, and conflict or peace.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 17 Dec. 2024
Pending an approval of the MTA’s board, the re-drawn Queens bus map will have 124 routes — 94 local and 30 express — with an emphasis on connecting bus riders to the rest of the city’s transit systems.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 17 Dec. 2024
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Verb
Shoppers, residents and employees of the upscale outdoor mall said the fatal attack has prompted some safety concerns but largely expressed confidence in Santana Row’s safety.
—Caelyn Pender, The Mercury News, 22 Feb. 2025
The meticulousness of the verse expresses not only the soldier’s discipline and resolve, but also the poet’s care, her unspoken but unmistakable tenderness toward him.
—A.o. Scott, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Employees package and sort express parcels at an e-commerce company on Nov. 1, 2024, around the Double 11 Shopping Festival in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province of China.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2025
Our ability to convey information, express ideas, and truly understand one another can mean the difference between failure or success, isolation or connection, and conflict or peace.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Noun
The post office will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, and only priority mail express mail will be delivered.
—Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 17 Dec. 2024
Pending an approval of the MTA’s board, the re-drawn Queens bus map will have 124 routes — 94 local and 30 express — with an emphasis on connecting bus riders to the rest of the city’s transit systems.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for express
Verb
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The unprecedented Oval Office meeting has drawn widespread attention, with some Trump supporters praising him, others expressing concern, and many international leaders and Democrats criticizing the president and voicing support for Zelensky.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Expressions of solidarity with Ukraine were voiced by Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The international order forged after World War II is imploding, squeezed on all sides by the return of strongmen, nationalism and spheres of influence — with President Trump leading the charge.—
Zachary Basu,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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Goldman Sachs previously estimated that these tariffs could increase inflation by 1 percent while squeezing U.S. company profits and risking retaliatory measures from other nations.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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The Republican Party mentioned education 31 times in their 1980 Republican Platform, signifying the immediate concern of education policy and a shift towards bipartisan focus on schooling issues.—
Mallory Hutchings-Tryon / Made by History,
TIME,
20 Feb. 2025
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The researchers concluded that the uptick in online searches signifies the need for public health officials to stay in front of the issue of gambling addiction, including through research and a comprehensive health care response.—
Erik Ortiz,
NBC News,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Clark said there was talk about next season’s format, including seeding.—
Stephen Hawkins,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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Now Siebert, who joined the firm in 1984, has been elevated to the sole president as the Gersh sons transition from day-to-day management and take co-chairmen roles, the agency said on Tuesday.—
Erik Hayden,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Like Nichols before her, Saldaña embodied Star Trek’s optimistic, socially progressive ideals, serving as a heroic, aspirational icon for young girls with their eyes on a bold future.—
Megan Vick,
EW.com,
1 Mar. 2025
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Thoughtful gestures embody the ideals of her exemplary hospitality.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Owners of specific The Sims 4 expansions are getting extra interactions with the burglar, too.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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Google probably already knows your phone number, email, and even physical address, but this tells the tool what specific information to pluck out of search results.—
Ryan Whitwam,
Ars Technica,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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At the Department of Defense, the direction has been explicit.—
Karen Hao,
The Atlantic,
22 Feb. 2025
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But their disdain for the city has rarely been so explicit.—
Campbell Robertson,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Here’s today’s: The Royal Messengers A royal messenger leaves the castle at dawn, riding his horse at a steady speed of 8 miles per hour.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Malkovich comes in and out of the trailer with the same cryptic messenger vibe that has characterized so many of Nathaniel's comic book appearances.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Express.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/express. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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