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as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
an exhibition of valuable and fascinating artifacts from a recovered pirate ship
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as in display
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
for the benefit of the crowd, the professional wrestler made a great exhibition of ferocity
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Recent Examples of exhibition
The reception, with music and snacks, runs from 6 to 9 p.m., but the exhibition will be up through July.
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Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 29 May 2025
The museum is now one of the most important contemporary art spaces in the world, with a permanent collection and exhibitions from major international artists including Jean Michael Basquiat, Richard Serra and Louise Bourgeois.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
The joint practice or practices would be at least two days before the exhibition game.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 19 May 2025
The driver of the No. 20 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing won the competitive midseason exhibition race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Sunday night.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2025
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Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 29 May 2025
The museum is now one of the most important contemporary art spaces in the world, with a permanent collection and exhibitions from major international artists including Jean Michael Basquiat, Richard Serra and Louise Bourgeois.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
The joint practice or practices would be at least two days before the exhibition game.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 19 May 2025
The driver of the No. 20 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing won the competitive midseason exhibition race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Sunday night.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibition
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The exhibit also is featured in Saturday’s adults-only Science Night Live event.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2025
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One exhibit shows some of the stunning and colorful animals found locally in the rockpools around the coast.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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But for all-round quality of performance, Paris Saint-Germain’s displays across their last-16 matches against Liverpool stick in the mind.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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All of them have high-quality displays and unlimited photo storage.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
1 June 2025
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The White House has accused the Ivy League universities of allowing antisemitism on campus grounds amid student demonstrations protesting Israel's war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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The rocket delivered six satellites to orbit for a range of remote sensing, Earth observation, and technology demonstration missions.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
23 May 2025
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Blanchfield’s management team reported that she will be paid her full show and win money for UFC Vegas 107.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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The show, featuring dealers from eight states, is presented by the Chicago Suburban Antiques Dealers Association.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2025
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“Exhibition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibition. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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