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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 On view through April 26, 2026, the exhibition will be spread across multiple buildings on the campus. News Desk, Artforum, 3 July 2025 Colerain Township native and daredevil photographer Isaac Wright was arrested May 15 at the end of his first solo gallery exhibition in New York City, his lawyer said. Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025 The museum, recognized by the state legislature, offers educational programs and exhibitions, and preserves a significant art collection. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 The exhibition includes very early designs made from decaying fabrics. Miles Socha, Footwear News, 25 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for exhibition
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Noun
  • On October 11, the museum will debut its family-friendly Sharks exhibit, on view through March 2026.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
  • Brown said visitors can still expect quality exhibits and programs, despite the belt-tightening.
    Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • His skill playing off the shoulder was on full display in his statement performance against Verona in November, when his hat-trick powered Fiorentina to a 3-1 win.
    Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 8 July 2025
  • Its storied history is a big draw, but the 265-room hotel constantly strives to improve itself with new seasonal menus, extravagant lobby displays (from oversized flower arrangements to edible Easter décor), and sumptuous spa treatments.
    Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • The July 11 anti-government demonstrations were met with a crackdown ordered by Díaz-Canel on state television that day.
    arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 13 July 2025
  • The classic demonstration of LFP battery safety involves driving a nail through a pack, which can cause immediate conflagration with NMC batteries, but this is less likely with LFP.
    James Morris, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Noun
  • More than a decade after its premiere, the show has experienced a major resurgence, especially among members of Gen Z (like myself).
    Ellise Shafer, Variety, 8 July 2025
  • Watch it here: Stream your favorite shows, the biggest blockbusters and more.
    Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 8 July 2025

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“Exhibition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibition. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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