outward display

Frequency: 6.87.3 per million words

an external show of a feeling or quality

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Examples (10)

  • Despite his internal turmoil, he maintained an outward display of calm.
  • Her stoic expression was an outward display of her resolve.
  • The grand ceremony was an outward display of national pride.
  • He found it difficult to offer an outward display of affection.
  • Their unity was more an outward display than a true sentiment.
  • The company's new building serves as an outward display of its success.
  • She made an outward display of indifference, though she cared deeply.
  • Such an outward display of wealth can sometimes attract unwanted attention.
  • The constant smiling was merely an outward display to hide her sadness.
  • An outward display of confidence can be very convincing.