facial expression
1 of 1noun/ˈfeɪ.ʃəl ɛksp.rɛ.ʃən/
Forms:facial expressions
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a way of communicating emotions or attitudes through movements and positions of the face, such as smiling, frowning, or raising eyebrows
- Her facial expression showed she was surprised by the news.
- He tried to hide his anger, but his facial expression gave him away.
- A warm facial expression can make people feel welcome.
- The teacher’s stern facial expression quieted the noisy classroom.
- Babies often communicate their needs through facial expressions.
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a gesture executed with the facial muscles
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