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as in expression
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
an old man with a noticeably happy visage
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as in face
the front part of the head
visitors to the mountain range had long noted that the natural rock formation bore a striking resemblance to the visage of a man
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Recent Examples of visage
There was the visage of vindication for a city of underdogs.
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Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 2 Aug. 2024
The black soap and wax on ceramic tile portrait is from a series that is far more visceral than Johnson’s previous work, carving into the waxy surface as if to erase rather than build the visage.
—Natasha Gural, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
The handsome visage that’s on full display in Apple’s Sugar has been replaced with a scared face, receding hairline, and a beak nose.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2024
Consider the case of Mickey Mouse, whose funny, sunny visage has come to the rescue at least once before.
—Lynn Yaeger, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2024
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Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 2 Aug. 2024
The black soap and wax on ceramic tile portrait is from a series that is far more visceral than Johnson’s previous work, carving into the waxy surface as if to erase rather than build the visage.
—Natasha Gural, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
The handsome visage that’s on full display in Apple’s Sugar has been replaced with a scared face, receding hairline, and a beak nose.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2024
Consider the case of Mickey Mouse, whose funny, sunny visage has come to the rescue at least once before.
—Lynn Yaeger, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visage
Noun
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The details of Mann’s conduct here remain shocking — especially in a nation such as the United States, which was built atop the foundations of free expression.—
The Editors,
National Review,
10 Jan. 2025
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The New York State Legislature screening with Rehabilitation Through the Arts highlights the central message of the film about the potential of rehabilitation and artistic expression as tools for change inside the prison system.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
10 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In the face of such forces, all people can do is find ways to use words to recreate what was lost.—
Steven Zeitchik,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Jan. 2025
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Yoon has remained defiant in the face of the investigations and an impeachment trial underway by one of the country’s highest courts.—
Gawon Bae,
CNN,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Known for their ability to soften facial features and create a polished look, side parts gained widespread appeal through their association with celebrities and iconic styles of the time.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
17 Jan. 2025
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Each garment and accessory in the collection is designed to mix together to create a dynamic look with a timeless aesthetic, focusing on the fabrics and workmanship put into each item’s design and functionality.—
Fairchild Studio,
WWD,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This was the countenance that Mishima adopted in many photographs taken of him in the sixties.—
Ian Buruma,
The New Yorker,
6 Jan. 2025
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She has been transformed—her facial structure has sharpened, her irises have brightened, and her whole countenance has assumed an enigmatic allure.—
Amy Fine Collins,
airmail.news,
26 Oct. 2024
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Vance's photo captures him from the torso up, his arms crossed with a small smile.—
Graham Kates,
CBS News,
17 Jan. 2025
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Vance, meanwhile, appears to have a small smile on his face while his arms are crossed.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
16 Jan. 2025
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Byford loved both the media and his operations’ customers and was famous for greeting travelers with a big grin and rolling up his sleeve to mop up station leaks; Carter, perpetually playing defense, ran from both groups at every available opportunity.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Jan. 2025
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Dog, on the other hand, could be any number of Hollywood himbos, with his eager grin and willingness to ignore all signs that Cat would rather be left alone.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Visage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visage. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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