Collection
Collection noun - An organized group of objects acquired and maintained for study, exhibition, or personal pleasure.
Expression and collection are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Expression" instead a noun "Collection".
Expression
Expression noun - An act, process, or means of putting something into words.
Collection and expression are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Collection" instead a noun "Expression".
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
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However, in the 1960s, albums became more important, as musicians began working more carefully on them as a unit of expression themselves rather than just a collection of randomly put together songs.
Source: Albums Index -
Helix is the one with the most screentime, however, and his childlike demeanour, collection of soft toys and frequent "^_^" expression make him more adorable than a bowling ball with limbs should be.
Source: Cute Machines -
However from his messages, posters in his office, and collection of entertainment software, it is clear he has a rich mental life, even if his expression of it is quite unusual.
Source: Video Game / République
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