self-expression
noun
self-ex·pres·sion
ˌself-ik-ˈspre-shən 
: the expression of one's own personality : assertion of one's individual traits
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Kallmeyer’s Tassel Belt The belt transcends utility this season to become a tool of self-expression by way of craft and texture—choose one with fringe, tassels, or beading, or all of the above, like Kallmeyer’s.
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
Like writing, though, sewing is self-expression.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Miles reminisces on his own fond memories of the salon and channeling his self-expression through experimenting with hair colors and styles.
—Essence, 21 Oct. 2025
Burning Man art installations, mutant vehicles and performances graced the streets of Oakland in an event that is meant to help participants transition back to daily life and share the spirit of self-expression and community found at the Burn.
—Jane Tyska, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
Like writing, though, sewing is self-expression.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Miles reminisces on his own fond memories of the salon and channeling his self-expression through experimenting with hair colors and styles.
—Essence, 21 Oct. 2025
Burning Man art installations, mutant vehicles and performances graced the streets of Oakland in an event that is meant to help participants transition back to daily life and share the spirit of self-expression and community found at the Burn.
—Jane Tyska, Mercury News, 21 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-expression
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“Self-expression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-expression. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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