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facial expression

1 of 1noun
/ˈfeɪ.ʃəl ɛksp.rɛ.ʃən/
Forms:facial expressions
1

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.
2

a gesture executed with the facial muscles

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