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expressions (noun)

Expressions are groups of words that carry a specific meaning, often distinct from the literal meaning of the individual words. They also refer to the various looks on a person's face that communicate their internal emotions or thoughts.

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"The book is full of colorful expressions that make the story come alive."

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Think of 'EX-pressing' your feelings 'OUT' (ex) of your mind and onto your face or into words. You are pressing the thou...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'expressions' instead of 'expressiveness'. → He has a lot of expressiveness.

Calling an equation an expression in math. → 3x + 5 is an expression.

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