expressing

verb

Definition of expressingnext
present participle of express
1
as in voicing
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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2
as in squeezing
to apply external pressure on so as to force out the juice or contents of except as a fun event at festivals, nowadays people do not make wine by expressing grapes with their feet

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3
as in signifying
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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4
as in saying
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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5
as in embodying
to represent in visible form towering spires express in glass and steel the optimism of the age

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expressing
  1. voicing
  2. signifying
  3. embodying
  4. stating
  5. implying
  6. articulating
  7. incorporating
  8. giving
Verb
  • Mexico’s representative emphasized that the resolution sets the Committee on the right path towards a formal negotiation process, voicing hope for a smooth, inclusive and transparent process toward the adoption of a UN convention to prevent and punish crimes against humanity.
    Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • While Mangione did not have family in court on Monday, about two dozen women attended the arraignment in the public section of the gallery, many of them voicing support for Mangione.
    Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of voicing
Verb
  • However, if one partner says no, the decision is paused, signifying that further reflection and dialogue are necessary before any action is taken.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
  • For example, just one piece of vital equipment required 130 linear feet from Macaron Queen, signifying the vertigo-inducing jump between small-scale production and any dreams of upward growth.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of signifying
Verb
  • Both Hanukkah and Christmas center on the transformative power of light and hope, embodying themes of faith and perseverance during adversity thanks to God’s divine ever-present love and concern for humankind.
    Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Thomas describes the dairy—and its owner and operator Russ Kohler—as embodying the ethics of the region.
    The Editors, Outside Online, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of embodying
Verb
  • Pharmaceutical companies such as Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi have denied the allegations, with representatives stating that the school districts and health plans negotiate the terms of their rebate arrangements.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Wisconsin law also requires stores to post clearly visible signage stating this right.
    Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of stating
Verb
  • Cantor Fitzgerald raised its price target for the stock to $200, implying 48% upside from Friday’s close.
    Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The analysts also raised their price target on the custom chipmaker to $300 per share from $225 — implying more than 37% upside from Thursday’s close.
    Paulina Likos, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of implying
Verb
  • Women entrepreneurs must be clear in articulating their value propositions.
    Committee of 200, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • From its prime location to thoughtful design, Montblanc uses writing as a bridge between emotions and culture, articulating the core values of its writing culture through diverse expressive forms to strengthen the connection between the brand, its products and the tradition of writing culture.
    Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of articulating
Verb
  • Inspired by the winners of the local Cincinnati Design Awards, these 10 spaces stand out for incorporating bold colors and materials to create a strong sense of identity.
    Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
  • After a decade as openers for regional musical acts, and only gradually incorporating often crass comedy into their act, Williams and Ree moved to Los Angeles and became regulars at the Comedy Store during the late 1970s.
    Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of incorporating
Verb
  • Netflix is planning on giving plenty of gifts to its viewers on Christmas Day – as long as everything goes to plan.
    Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The Eagles led 21-7 after the first quarter, the Commanders had five turnovers, an Eagles player was ejected for giving the crowd the bird and Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts had to leave the game with a concussion.
    Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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