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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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 of a Tesla Cybertruck outside a Trump property in Las Vegas on New Year’s Day is now believed to be the result of suicide by an Army service member who had been struggling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), according to the FBI.
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Anna Giaritelli, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Jan. 2025
Adler demonstrated a belief in the importance of cultural exchange by organizing the United States exhibits at the expositions in Cincinnati (1889); Chicago (1893); Atlanta (1895); and St. Louis (1904).
—arkansasonline.com, 7 Dec. 2024
The opening episode manages these tasks with a briskness that prevents the exposition from slowing the episode down or from dulling its impact.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
So we are left to our imagination, with a little exposition to fill in the blanks.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Anna Giaritelli, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Jan. 2025
Adler demonstrated a belief in the importance of cultural exchange by organizing the United States exhibits at the expositions in Cincinnati (1889); Chicago (1893); Atlanta (1895); and St. Louis (1904).
—arkansasonline.com, 7 Dec. 2024
The opening episode manages these tasks with a briskness that prevents the exposition from slowing the episode down or from dulling its impact.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
So we are left to our imagination, with a little exposition to fill in the blanks.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
Noun
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The exhibit also provides an intimate look at how the writer struggled with class restrictions during the Regency period.—
Cat Sposato,
AFAR Media,
17 Jan. 2025
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The exhibit features 28 creators, including Asian, Black, Indigenous and Latino artists.—
Tasha Tsiaperas,
Axios,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Hilton’s commentary on his YouTube channel (which has 475,000 subscribers) is rabid in its anti-Lively tilt.—
Gary Baum,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Jan. 2025
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By now, the commentary is as essential to South Park as the comedy.—
Sezin Keohler,
EW.com,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Many experts suspect that the hormonal changes of perimenopause are at least part of the explanation, Dr. Edwards says.—
Amy Norton,
SELF,
29 Jan. 2025
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That's just one possible explanation for the slowdown that the pandemic worsened.—
Jonaki Mehta,
NPR,
29 Jan. 2025
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The work would garner him first prize at the Audubon Artists exhibition in 1946, a recognition that propelled his career.—
Patrick Salland,
Kansas City Star,
20 Jan. 2025
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When innovation flourishes so does a desire for design, as evidenced by the success of the Atlanta Design Festival, which launched in 2007 and brings exhibitions, expert panels, and architecture tours to the community.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Sign up for the Nuggets Insider to get all our NBA analysis.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
28 Jan. 2025
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According to a 2023 analysis by KFF, Medicaid provides a critical safety net to a significant swath of Americans.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
28 Jan. 2025
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Aamir’s sculptures fuse scientific reality with interpretations created by her imagination.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Their interpretation of the espresso martini looks to Mexico.—
Christina Liao,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2025
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Speaking of the display, it is used to control pretty much everything.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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One display highlights the work of Anderson Feijó, assistant curator of mammals at the Field, whose research found that there are five different species of South American pampas cats, rather than only one — a discovery that has prompted several conservation initiatives.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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JPMorgan did not immediately to Fortune’s request for comment.—
Stuart Dyos,
Fortune,
23 Jan. 2025
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Connor did not immediately respond for comment this week.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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