The phrase "a traditional expression of" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referring to a commonly accepted phrase or saying that conveys a particular sentiment or idea within a cultural or social context.
Example: "The phrase 'break the ice' is a traditional expression of initiating conversation in social settings."
Alternatives: "a customary phrase for" or "a conventional saying of".
The wearing of the colors is a traditional expression of patriotism, and a popular fashion, too.
In Jackson Heights, the heart of New York City's Colombian population, people thronged Northern Boulevard, honking horns, waving Colombian flags and throwing handfuls of corn starch at each other -- a traditional expression of delight.
Accordingly in Mr. Abel's work, two shorter songs — "Halariya," a Hindu celebration of Krishna's birth, and "Neendarli," a traditional expression of a wife's love for her husband — are woven into the fabric of "Alfat Un Bin In Bin," a Sufi devotional based on poetry by Bulleshah.
This week it hosted several million Shia pilgrims without serious incident.Many of the visitors had walked from the far corners of Iraq, a traditional expression of penitence for the 7th century martyrdom of the Prophet's grandson at the hands of a cruel Sunni caliph.
The towel, to give you a condensed version, "twists the traditional expression of a kitchen textile"; with "a vibrant mélange look", achieved by doing interesting things to yarns and twill stripes, it "adds a contemporary edge to the kitchen".
But these traditional expressions of Asian artistry in a global religion are now under increasing threat, some scholars say -- as a campaign proceeds to make them look more like the mosques of the Middle East.
Beyoncé, for all her traditional behavior as good-looking good girl, is building a catalogue of songs that have little to do with traditional expressions of love or pain.
In describing the venues, the audience, and preachers many of whom are women he reveals tensions between entertainment and traditional expressions of faith and moral rectitude.
Not only were traditional expressions of merriment strictly forbidden, but shops were also ordered to stay open, churches were shut down and ministers arrested for preaching on Christmas Day.
The Nestlé commitment goes well beyond traditional expressions of corporate good citizenship, which focus on philanthropy--how you spend the money after you make it.
