deliberate expression

noun phrase
UK /dɪˈlɪbərət ɪkˈspreʃən/
US /dɪˈlɪbərət ɪkˈspreʃən/

Words you choose and say on purpose.

Her calm voice was a deliberate expression of how she wanted to be heard.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A facial look you make on purpose to show a feeling.

He gave a deliberate expression of surprise when the gift appeared.

3. A planned way of showing an idea through art or writing.

The mural was a deliberate expression of the town's history.

4. The act of putting a thought into words carefully and on purpose.

Her essay was a deliberate expression of her opinion on kindness.