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as in expression
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
an old man with a noticeably happy visage
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as in face
the front part of the head
visitors to the mountain range had long noted that the natural rock formation bore a striking resemblance to the visage of a man
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Recent Examples of visage
Its handcrafted black nephrite jade hero tool, which lends a sculpted touch to visages and vanities alike.
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Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
South Dakota has Mount Rushmore, from which the solemn visages of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln stare out across the fruited plain.
—Jack Butler, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
Crowe, with his piercing visage and commanding presence, had help from Joaquin Phoenix as the mad emperor-in-waiting, Commodus.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
There was the visage of vindication for a city of underdogs.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 2 Aug. 2024
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Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
South Dakota has Mount Rushmore, from which the solemn visages of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln stare out across the fruited plain.
—Jack Butler, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
Crowe, with his piercing visage and commanding presence, had help from Joaquin Phoenix as the mad emperor-in-waiting, Commodus.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
There was the visage of vindication for a city of underdogs.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 2 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for visage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for visage
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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Jenna Bush Hager is offering some insight into George W. Bush's now-viral facial expressions during President Donald Trump's inauguration.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
21 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Gently wash your face with a mild, rosacea-friendly face cleanser twice daily.—
Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH,
Verywell Health,
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
Noun
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The foodie who appreciates the look of food as much as the taste and those who appreciate the incredible organization and contrasts in the kitchen are the two that come to mind.—
Wendy Vazquez,
Southern Living,
17 Jan. 2025
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This falls into our regular season look but don’t touch category.—
Hank Gola,
New York Daily News,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Even during the height of their PSR crisis last June, Newcastle did not countenance letting Isak leave, even though Chelsea made tentative enquiries.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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The outpour of resentment triggers the General’s paranoia; Toan Le is fabulous in this episode, paring back the General’s goofy countenance to reveal the gnawing delusions of a defeated and increasingly dangerous man.—
Terry Nguyen,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2024
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Vance's photo captures him from the torso up, his arms crossed with a small smile.—
Graham Kates,
CBS News,
17 Jan. 2025
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Sandy says with a cheerful smile, happy to embrace all of it.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
TIME,
16 Jan. 2025
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Byford loved both the media and his operations’ customers and was famous for greeting travelers with a big grin and rolling up his sleeve to mop up station leaks; Carter, perpetually playing defense, ran from both groups at every available opportunity.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Jan. 2025
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Dog, on the other hand, could be any number of Hollywood himbos, with his eager grin and willingness to ignore all signs that Cat would rather be left alone.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Visage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visage. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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