express itself/themselves
idiom
of feelings
: to become known or seen as the result of a particular action
His rage and frustration expressed themselves as/in/through temper tantrums.
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Drawing, painting, playing music, dancing, singing, or writing stories often give people an opportunity to express themselves and practice their talents and skills without a deadline.
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Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2025
Such tools empower children to express themselves in ways that might not have been possible otherwise, opening up new opportunities for connection and learning.
—Jennifer Jay Palumbo, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
Islam has restrictions on the depiction of people or animals, so artists often express themselves through calligraphy, florals or line patterns—stars are safe to use.
—Caitlyn Murphy, Hazlitt, 18 Dec. 2024
This stone can also aid in emotional healing, allowing this Air sign to express themselves freely while maintaining a sense of grounding and tranquility.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
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Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2025
Such tools empower children to express themselves in ways that might not have been possible otherwise, opening up new opportunities for connection and learning.
—Jennifer Jay Palumbo, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
Islam has restrictions on the depiction of people or animals, so artists often express themselves through calligraphy, florals or line patterns—stars are safe to use.
—Caitlyn Murphy, Hazlitt, 18 Dec. 2024
This stone can also aid in emotional healing, allowing this Air sign to express themselves freely while maintaining a sense of grounding and tranquility.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
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“Express itself/themselves.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/express%20itself%2Fthemselves. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
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