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Be written all over somebody’s face

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The phrase doesn't mean actual writing, but that the feeling is so clear it might as well be. SlideWhen she won the award, joy was written all over her face.
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It's often used to describe negative emotions that someone tries to hide, but fails. SlideEven though he pretended to be fine, his sadness was written all over his face.
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It can also highlight positive feelings that are unmistakably displayed. SlideHer pride in her children's achievements was written all over her face.
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