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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Nurture their confidence Encourage your Capricorn child to express themselves and communicate their thoughts and feelings.
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Fiona Tapp, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
Brands daring to express themselves fully and unapologetically can capture newer audiences while energizing their existing base.
—Lilian Raji, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Recognising the need for masculinity to understand and express itself in new ways, Lee established Male Allies UK in 2024 to contribute to the wider movement for workplace equality.
—Lauren Coulman, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
By offering resources and opportunities for local artists to innovate and express themselves, Xico continues to foster cultural preservation and stimulate important social dialogues.
—Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024
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Fiona Tapp, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
Brands daring to express themselves fully and unapologetically can capture newer audiences while energizing their existing base.
—Lilian Raji, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Recognising the need for masculinity to understand and express itself in new ways, Lee established Male Allies UK in 2024 to contribute to the wider movement for workplace equality.
—Lauren Coulman, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
By offering resources and opportunities for local artists to innovate and express themselves, Xico continues to foster cultural preservation and stimulate important social dialogues.
—Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Express itself/themselves.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/express%20itself%2Fthemselves. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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