1
as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
an exposition of flying machines from the early days of aviation
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2
as in commentary
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
the nonstop exposition of the ceremonies by the TV newscasters was both unnecessary and irritating
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3
as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
the astronomer's exposition of white dwarfs was a little helpful
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Recent Examples of exposition
The exposition required by their oil-and-water dynamic means the film isn't as action-heavy as its sequels (with the exception of a rogue trio of murderous vampires, of course).
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 July 2025
Jensen Huang, co-founder and chief executive officer of Nvidia, at the London Tech Week exposition in London, UK, on Monday, June 9, 2025.
—Arjun Kharpal,ryan Browne, CNBC, 9 June 2025
My aversion to exposition has never been more challenged or expressed than in these yearlong gaps between each section of the show.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 16 May 2025
The exposition The Mets were swept for the first time this season, losing all three to the Rays at Citi Field.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 16 June 2025
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 July 2025
Jensen Huang, co-founder and chief executive officer of Nvidia, at the London Tech Week exposition in London, UK, on Monday, June 9, 2025.
—Arjun Kharpal,ryan Browne, CNBC, 9 June 2025
My aversion to exposition has never been more challenged or expressed than in these yearlong gaps between each section of the show.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 16 May 2025
The exposition The Mets were swept for the first time this season, losing all three to the Rays at Citi Field.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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This column, adapted from remarks at the opening of the PragerU Founders Museum exhibit last month, was originally published by RealClearEducation and made available via RealClearWire.—
Linda McMahon,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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One of those traveling exhibits made a stop to the Lafayette facility last week.—
Jillian Ellison,
USA Today,
3 July 2025
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And then there was all sorts of commentary on how the provision might be gamed.—
Peter J Reilly,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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His columns vary from social and political commentary to chapters in Chicago history.—
Ron Grossman,
Chicago Tribune,
13 July 2025
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But this conventional view overlooks a more important explanation.—
Robert B. Reich,
Hartford Courant,
15 July 2025
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Thankfully, there was an entirely logical explanation, which Christain was only too happy to provide.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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This is an exhibition — his exhibition — titled ‘Football City, Art United’, part of the biennial Manchester International Festival.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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In addition to factory visits, each company also offers public-facing exhibitions that exist somewhere at the intersection of museum and showroom.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
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Patrick De Haan — head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, which, in addition to AAA, also tracks how much gasoline is selling for at the pump — predicted prices will remain well under $4 a gallon throughout the summer.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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An analysis by The Tennessean found the statistics were taken nearly verbatim from a post on a book review website that allows users to report and catalog books considered to be explicit for children.—
Angele Latham,
The Tennessean,
14 July 2025
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Paul John Edited and Bold highlight different levels of peat, providing Indian interpretations of smoky and peaty malt styles.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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The treaty includes mechanisms for dispute resolution, which both India and Pakistan have used over the years to bring up complaints over technical details and differing interpretations of the treaty's language.—
Betsy Joles,
NPR,
8 July 2025
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At Hannover Messe, one of the world’s largest industrial trade fairs, AI’s potential was on full display—cognitive robotics, digital twins, autonomous systems and intelligent collaboration across factory floors and logistics hubs.—
Ivo Ivanov,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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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
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Newsweek has contacted the SBU and Ukrainian National Police for comment.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
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When there are zero comments except from other bots.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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