countenance

US /ˈkaʊn.t̬ən.əns/
UK /ˈkaʊn.t̬ən.əns/
"countenance" picture
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a person's face or facial expression

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Her calm countenance reassured everyone in the room.
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He had a stern countenance that rarely showed emotion.
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facefeaturesphysiognomyprofilemien
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admit as acceptable or possible

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The school board would not countenance any form of bullying.
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I cannot countenance such disrespectful behavior.
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toleratepermitallowapprovesanction