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as in to uncover
to reveal the true nature of
a well-researched article that exposes the UFO story as a hoax
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as in to reveal
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
the documentary claims to expose how winners of beauty pageants are really picked
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as in to display
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the tight race for the championship exposed one team's mean streak
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as in to show
to present so as to invite notice or attention
I didn't want to expose my ignorance in front of the others, so I kept silent
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Recent Examples of expose
As a result, people may be more exposed to the virus and may not mount a strong enough immune response.
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Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 15 Feb. 2025
Some of the depth could come from within; the Phillies have for years talked about exposing Edmundo Sosa to more outfield work.
—Matt Gelb, The Athletic, 15 Feb. 2025
In southern Illinois, at a hog farm called Sis-Bro, Inc., a coworker allegedly exposed his genitals to a transgender employee and touched her breasts.
—CBS News, 15 Feb. 2025
People who are exposed to HIV have only 72 hours—less than the amount of time many clinics have now been closed—to begin a medication regimen called post-exposure prophylaxis that can help prevent infection.
—Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2025
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Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 15 Feb. 2025
Some of the depth could come from within; the Phillies have for years talked about exposing Edmundo Sosa to more outfield work.
—Matt Gelb, The Athletic, 15 Feb. 2025
In southern Illinois, at a hog farm called Sis-Bro, Inc., a coworker allegedly exposed his genitals to a transgender employee and touched her breasts.
—CBS News, 15 Feb. 2025
People who are exposed to HIV have only 72 hours—less than the amount of time many clinics have now been closed—to begin a medication regimen called post-exposure prophylaxis that can help prevent infection.
—Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expose
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In 100 riveting profiles, top basketball writers justify their selections and uncover the history of the NBA in the process.—
David Aldridge,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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The Center Square has previously uncovered that the top surgical provider for underage gender reassignment surgeries had been fined $5 million by the AGO for deceptive business practices.—
TJ Martinell | The Center Square,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
16 Feb. 2025
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In the series, it’s revealed that Gabby called an ex-boyfriend in the days leading up to her disappearance and on the day detectives think she was murdered.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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Here are the supplements and meds that work New Florida survey reveals our confusion on heart health.—
Chicago Tribune Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2025
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For example, certain holidays and events, including Pride Month and Black History Month, are no longer displayed by default on the first day of the respective months, sparking some people to criticize the company on its message boards.—
Josh Campbell,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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Trump sends moon rock back to NASA that had been displayed in White House since 2021 Starliner astronauts 'focus on the now:' USA TODAY's exclusive interview with ISS crew NASA astronaut Suni Williams becomes woman with most hours spent on spacewalks When will the snow moon be visible?—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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The video showed several clips of the toddler spending time with horses — riding them, feeding them carrots and walking a miniature pony on a leash.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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Though the president's presence sparked mixed reactions online, the Threads video doesn't show him being booed at the game.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Kaling — who welcomed her third child, daughter Anne, last February — has not disclosed the identity of her kids' biological father.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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The statement from Ritts' office says the felony charge in the indictment against the suspects will be disclosed once it is filed in Ontario County Court.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
19 Feb. 2025
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The brand previously exhibited at the fair from 1992 to 2014.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Bioactive compounds, including those in certain vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals, can exhibit anti-inflammatory properties.14 5.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
21 Feb. 2025
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Israeli media reported there had been explosions on three empty buses in parking lots in Bat Yam, a suburb close to Tel Aviv, while bombs were discovered and disabled on two other buses.—
Alexander Cornwell,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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For example, green fluorescent protein, which was discovered in jellyfish, is today used in medical studies to illuminate stages of embryological development and to reveal the growth of cancers and other types of cells.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN,
20 Feb. 2025
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These interrelated tensions of class, caste and gender form a background tapestry, but its real politics are unveiled by Hegde’s visual and modal approach.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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Universal has unveiled a first look of Matt Damon playing the lead in Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Expose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expose. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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