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.

Examples of express itself/themselves in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But thanks to a variety of factors — rapidly improving technology to create puzzles, a much wider array of outlets eager to publish them and a push to celebrate new voices — constructors today are more inclined to express themselves in their work. Adrienne Raphel, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024 The report was generated through GLAAD’s Social Media Safety program which focuses on the comprehensive study, surveillance, and documentation of issues affecting LGBTQ users on social media— while prioritizing their safety, privacy, and the right to express themselves. Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024 The hair salon has long served as a space for Black women to express themselves, be catered to, and learn how to properly maintain their hair. Essence, 8 Apr. 2024 The Shalbafs wanted to source the highest quality ingredients so that even a citrus note—which tends to wear off the fastest—could express itself for an entire day. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024 Due to the complexity and diversity of ways in which people can express themselves, understanding customer intent can be a challenging task, even for humans. Alok Kulkarni, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024 Adolescents and teens can express themselves more clearly. A. Rochaun Meadows-Fernandez, Parents, 23 Mar. 2024 The wealth of insights stems from the candid contributions of actual employees, who can express themselves openly thanks to our rigorous measures to help safeguard their identities. Christian Sutherland-Wong, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2024 The parenting style encourages kids to express themselves—and sometimes, for toddlers, that self-expression involves throwing fits. Kate Cray, The Atlantic, 27 Feb. 2024

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“Express itself/themselves.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/express%20itself%2Fthemselves. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.

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