Collocations
Collocations
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Adjective + noun(7)
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idiomatic expression
a fixed expression whose meaning differs from the combined literal meanings of its words
parenthetical expression
a word or phrase enclosed in parentheses
austere expression
a stern facial appearance showing little warmth or emotion
puzzled expression
a look on someone's face that shows confusion or uncertainty
quizzical expression
a facial look that shows mild puzzlement or a questioning attitude
troubled expression
a facial look that shows worry, distress, or unease
jocular expression
a playful or joking phrase, or an amused look on someone’s face