facial expression; to act according to others' mood
Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesnoun
facial expression; countenance; look on one's face
Refers to the subtle changes in facial expressions that reveal one's emotions or attitude.
He is good at observing the clients' facial expressions to adjust his sales strategy accordingly.
Looking at the expression on her face, I knew she was unhappy.
verb
to act according to another's facial expression; to be tactful and adaptable
Often implies being sensitive to social cues and adjusting one's behavior accordingly. Can carry a slightly negative connotation of being overly submissive or calculating, but can also be positive (tactful).
In the workplace, you need to learn to read people's faces in order to handle complex interpersonal relationships well.
He is very good at being tactful and adaptable, saying whatever is appropriate for whoever he is talking to.
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Working in the service industry requires knowing how to read customers' faces to detect their dissatisfaction in time.