self-expression
noun
self-ex·pres·sion
ˌself-ik-ˈspre-shən 
: the expression of one's own personality : assertion of one's individual traits
Examples of self-expression in a Sentence
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With that, Jackson not only reminds us that beauty is a powerful self-expression tool, but also that Black women are, and forever will be, the blueprint.
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Akili King, Essence, 16 May 2024
Leo is also known to praise and celebrate their children as a way to boost their self-esteem and encourage their self-expression.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 11 May 2024
Today’s new moon falls in Taurus, prompting you to rethink your style of self-expression.
—USA TODAY, 7 May 2024
Bentley also wants the two-seater’s cabin to be a canvas for self-expression and offers all manner of finish and material options.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Societal norms restricted personal exploration and self-expression, forcing us into preset molds with few alternatives.
—Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2024
Naomi Osaka, a Nike athlete, is unafraid to experiment with cuts, bold colors, and other means of self-expression.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 3 May 2024
This forward-looking perspective reaffirmed Nike’s commitment to empowering athletes in their sport as well as their individuality and self-expression.
—Devine Blacksher, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
With women now turning to TikTok for information and as a vehicle for self-expression, the app has also become a forum for discussion.
—Emily Schmall, New York Times, 17 Apr. 2024
Akili King, Essence, 16 May 2024
Leo is also known to praise and celebrate their children as a way to boost their self-esteem and encourage their self-expression.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 11 May 2024
Today’s new moon falls in Taurus, prompting you to rethink your style of self-expression.
—USA TODAY, 7 May 2024
Bentley also wants the two-seater’s cabin to be a canvas for self-expression and offers all manner of finish and material options.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Societal norms restricted personal exploration and self-expression, forcing us into preset molds with few alternatives.
—Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2024
Naomi Osaka, a Nike athlete, is unafraid to experiment with cuts, bold colors, and other means of self-expression.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 3 May 2024
This forward-looking perspective reaffirmed Nike’s commitment to empowering athletes in their sport as well as their individuality and self-expression.
—Devine Blacksher, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
With women now turning to TikTok for information and as a vehicle for self-expression, the app has also become a forum for discussion.
—Emily Schmall, New York Times, 17 Apr. 2024
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“Self-expression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-expression. Accessed 19 May. 2024.
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