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Expression

Ih-KSPREH-shuhn

/ɪˈksprɛʃʌn/

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expression

Dictionary meaning

The act of forcing something out by squeezing or pressing.

Examples

  • The expression of the zit was utterly satisfying.
  • A sad expression.

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