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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"She understood first-hand the value of self-expression, diversity, and inclusion. And she worked tirelessly to ensure that Gap Inc. always did more than sell clothes."
From BBC • May 5, 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
“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
True punk, as in the music genre, teaches us about camaraderie and self-expression that challenges the status quo.
From Salon • Dec. 31, 2025
Izzy was an incredibly talented artist and treated fashion like another form of self-expression.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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