self-expression
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of self-expression
First recorded in 1890–95
Vocabulary lists containing self-expression
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“Now a lot of people want self-expression out of drag. They want to portray their own artistic talent through drag, rather than just emulating someone.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2026
It is that fandom, companionship, self-expression, and immersive experiences are becoming more formalized parts of the consumption story.
From Barron's ● Apr. 11, 2026
“Marc by Sofia” is a deceptively heartwarming ode to self-expression, and the kind of life that can be cobbled together with an unyielding commitment to individuality.
From Salon ● Mar. 27, 2026
“That’s really when memory structures are being formed, when self-expression is being negotiated, and we found being relevant at that time is so important for being relevant for the rest of time,” Silverstein said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 25, 2026
In particular, they can raise a child’s awareness of different moods and aesthetics, allowing them new modes through which to experiment with self-expression and also new material with which to enhance stories and narratives.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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