mien

Example Sentences

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The protesters’ mien was sober, they presented themselves as adults who were morally serious, they were morally responsible and meant moral business.

From The Wall Street Journal

In his cratered and ravaged mien we see the impress of time, yet also dignity and fortitude.

From The Wall Street Journal

Horvath’s Midwestern mien, unflagging politeness and warm smile belie her fierce ambition.

From Los Angeles Times

Schaeffer, who has the mien of Marine drill instructor, is animated and intense.

From Los Angeles Times

The directors, called to an emergency meeting at the home of the chairman of the board of the American Steel Corp., have the haughty mien of British aristocrats.

From Los Angeles Times