expresses 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of express
1
as in voices
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) in a true democracy, a person can freely express his or her views

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2
as in squeezes
to apply external pressure on so as to force out the juice or contents of except as a fun event at festivals, nowadays people do not make wine by expressing grapes with their feet

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as in signifies
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind an upraised thumb is now universally recognized as a gesture expressing approval or encouragement

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as in says
to convey in appropriate or telling terms could you express your opinion of the book in words a little more precise than "lousy"?

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as in embodies
to represent in visible form towering spires express in glass and steel the optimism of the age

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expresses

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noun

plural of express, British
as in messengers
one that carries a message or does an errand the solicitors employ an express to deliver their summonses

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Recent Examples of expresses
Verb
Kantor expresses an empathy for young people that the more callous of this year’s graduation speakers seemed to lack. — Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 15 June 2026 Fishel hopes for reconciliation Fishel expresses hope that the sitcom's core four will reunite and renew their old bonds one day. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 10 June 2026 Many accomplished players carrying such clauses, however, are open to waiving the power if a team expresses a desire to move on. — Will Sammon, New York Times, 6 July 2026 Someone expresses displeasure, raises their voice slightly or applies the soft pressure of sustained silence, and the original position softens, shifts or vanishes entirely. — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Ethan Hawke does arguably his career-best work as the protagonist, a priest who becomes rattled when one of his parishioners expresses despondency over a God who would allow his planet to die because of climate change. — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 19 June 2026 Written in a style disarming and gently subversive, Slaughterhouse-Five expresses outrage at war that even now remains in opposition to conventional wisdom. — Spin Team, SPIN, 22 June 2026 However, despite some state officials’ complaints, Sherrill’s office expresses confidence that the high-profile event will ultimately be a winner for New Jersey. — Tom Huddleston Jr. juhohn Lee, CNBC, 12 June 2026 Potential for harm The executive order expresses concern about AI systems that can discover software vulnerabilities and write malicious code to exploit them. — Anjana Susarla, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expresses
  1. voices
  2. squeezes
  3. signifies
  4. says
  5. embodies
  6. messengers
  7. gives
  8. implies
Verb
  • Christoph Waltz voices Max, the film director who hires the Minions to act in his films during the 1920s.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 3 July 2026
  • In Season 2, Jay is hopeful that the two can expand their family and voices his desires to do so, but Pamela is hesitant.
    — Erin Jensen, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Definition of voices
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  • One of our favorite budget models on the market right now is HP's OmniBook X Flip, which squeezes every bit of performance out of its components to deliver capable everyday productivity performance in a good-looking package.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026
  • That suits floating-rate lenders, who earn more when rates stay up, and squeezes any borrower trying to refinance into those rates.
    — Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
Definition of squeezes
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  • His death signifies the loss of a key figure who bridged generations of one of baseball's most recognizable families, impacting the sport well beyond the major leagues.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Other notable sites include Dead Horse Gulch, a name that signifies the challenges faced by Gold Rush travelers, and Bridal Veil Falls, featuring a 300-foot-high waterfall.
    — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
Definition of signifies
Verb
  • The Canadian report says only 28 human cases have been reported in Canada since 1924, while the CDC reports fewer than 10 people die from rabies each year in the United States.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • The two-story space features professional recording studios, podcast and video suites, co-working lounges and meeting spaces, which are slated to open by early next year once permits are approved, Ihm says.
    — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of says
Verb
  • Led by husband-and-wife team Austin and Olivia Kelleher, each headcover is made in the Hudson Valley and embodies sustainability, artistry, and the enduring spirit of the game.
    — RS Editors, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2026
  • Emily Charlton embodies decisive accountability, setting clear expectations and driving results with strategic confidence.
    — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of embodies
Noun
  • Hormones such as estrogen and thyroid hormone are chemical messengers that regulate growth, metabolism, reproduction and many other essential functions through the endocrine system.
    — Brad Reisfeld, The Conversation, 6 July 2026
  • The body uses omega-3s as building blocks and chemical messengers that help reduce inflammation, among other benefits.
    — Matt Fuchs, Time, 26 June 2026
Definition of messengers
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  • Refine a portfolio piece, build a small prototype, or share a draft with someone who gives honest notes.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026
  • The softened felt gives under his fingers, then holds, each adjustment staying a little longer than the last.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 July 2026
Definition of gives
Verb
  • The average analyst price target implies Ralph Lauren could still climb another 7% from current levels.
    — Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 2 July 2026
  • The consensus price target implies more than 22% upside, with optimism fueled by increasing mergers and acquisitions activity.
    — Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of implies

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