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单词 express
释义 express

express /ɪkˈspres/

adjective [before noun] (CLEAR)
F0 clearly and intentionally stated: » It is my express wish that after my death, my books be given to my old college library.» The lawyer argued that the accused had gone to the victim's house with the express purpose of killing her.Thesaurus+: ↑Easy to understand
adjective [before noun] (FAST)
F0 moving or being sent fast: » Please send this letter by express delivery.» an express train» The dry cleaners offer a normal or an express service.Thesaurus+: ↑Fast and rapid , ↑Short in time
adverb
F0 using a service that does something faster than usual: » Send this parcel express.Thesaurus+: ↑The postal system
noun
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F0 [C] a train or bus that takes less time to do a journey than other trains or buses:
» The quickest way to get here is to take the uptown express.» the Orient ExpressThesaurus+: ↑Trains and parts of trains
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F0 [U] a service that does something faster than usual:
» This parcel needs to be sent by express.Thesaurus+: ↑The postal system
verb [T] (SHOW) ↑Verb Endings for express
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B2 to show a feeling, opinion, or fact:
» Her eyes expressed deep sadness.» I would like to express my thanks for your kindness.» Words can't express how happy I am.» These figures are expressed as a percentage of the total.Thesaurus+: ↑Showing and demonstrating
express yourself
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B2 to communicate what you think or feel, by speaking or writing, or in some other way:
» I'm afraid I'm not expressing myself very clearly.» Children often express themselves in painting.Thesaurus+: ↑Expressing and asking opinions , ↑Remarks and remarking , ↑Controlling emotionsThesaurus+: ↑Expressing and showing feelingsWord Builder:Nouns: expressionAdjectives: expressiveVerbs: expressAdverbs: expressively
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Extra Examples:» Like a lot of men, he finds it hard to express his emotions.» She sent them a present to express her gratitude.» He didn't express an opinion on the matter.» My father found it hard to express his grief when my mother died.» Many politicians and members of the public expressed outrage at the verdict.
verb [T] MAINLY US (SEND FAST) ↑Verb Endings for express
F0 to send something somewhere very quickly: » Your order will be expressed to you within 24 hours.Thesaurus+: ↑Delivering and despatching
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