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written all over one's face
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quand quelque chose ressort clairement des expressions du visage de quelqu'un
(a person's emotions or thoughts) clearly visible through their facial expression, body language, or behavior
The idiom "written all over one's face" originated from the idea that a person's facial expressions can reveal their emotions, thoughts, or intentions. The phrase signifies that something is clearly and visibly evident in a person's facial expressions, as if it were explicitly written or displayed on their face. It is commonly used to describe situations where a person's emotions or thoughts are so apparent that they are easily noticeable to others.
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Her boredom was written all over her face during the long and tedious meeting.
The joy and excitement were written all over her face when she received the surprise gift.
The pride and satisfaction were written all over his face as he held the trophy in his hands.
Despite his attempts to hide it, the disappointment was written all over his face when he didn't get the promotion.
