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 premise here is certainly a compelling one, but the plot is so overstuffed with suspects and motives, the characters spend most of their time spitting out exposition and backstory at a machine-gun pace.
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Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 20 Feb. 2025
A lot of exposition about the wicked stepmother being done very rapidly here.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
But when Good Queen dies (the victim of the terrible scourge of voiceover exposition), darkness creeps into everyone’s lives.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2025
The real-time feel of Adolescence means there are no flashbacks or exposition, and the audience learns everything just as the investigators and Jamie's family do.
—Jessica Sager, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
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Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 20 Feb. 2025
A lot of exposition about the wicked stepmother being done very rapidly here.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
But when Good Queen dies (the victim of the terrible scourge of voiceover exposition), darkness creeps into everyone’s lives.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2025
The real-time feel of Adolescence means there are no flashbacks or exposition, and the audience learns everything just as the investigators and Jamie's family do.
—Jessica Sager, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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Music fans will be able to see them and many other priceless artifacts from Parton's career at a new exhibit coming soon to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.—
Adam Tamburin,
Axios,
9 Apr. 2025
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The exhibit, featuring papier-maché sculptures and fiber installations made with paper waste, will run Saturday, April 26, through Saturday, July 19.—
La Jolla Light,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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Sign up for my newsletter for more reviews and commentary on entertainment and culture.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Whatever might be inferred from these changes, her findings are now cited in commentary about the Gospel of John and have inspired a lively debate in current scholarship.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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Entertainment Fans of the show on social media seem to be missing a lot of crucial character development, and there’s an obvious explanation why.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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These free, printable cards are available at the Immigrant Legal Resource Center, and display a brief explanation of citizen and non-citizen rights under the Fourth and Fifth Amendments.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
9 Apr. 2025
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The spot plays host to exhibitions, poetry readings and performances.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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With year-round exhibitions and classes, this center has an active community of members and supporters.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2025
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In a new analysis of Australia’s evolving entertainment landscape, research firm Media Partners Asia (MPA) projects the country’s video industry will reach $12.3 billion in total revenue by 2030.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Bottom Line is a business analysis column written by Evan Clark, deputy managing editor, who has covered the fashion industry since 2000.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Once hypothesized as a jellyfish, fungus or even a giant protist, science now favors an animal interpretation.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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In Vogue's interpretation of the Met's production, which opens December 14, Hansel and Gretel are played by actor Andrew Garfield and model Lily Cole.—
Hamish Bowles,
Vogue,
13 Apr. 2025
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The crowd roared its approval Monday evening when Boise Mayor Lauren McLean’s decision to continue to fly a Pride flag outside of Boise’s City Hall was alluded to, despite another new Idaho law banning such a display.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
15 Apr. 2025
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The fire badly damaged the inside of the large room that is often used for entertaining crowds and art displays.—
Marc Levy,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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An attorney for the university didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment; CNN has reached out to the Treasury Department, of which the IRS is a bureau, for comment.—
Kara Scannell, Lauren del Valle and Jeff Winter,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2025
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An attorney who represented Schiele in the case did not respond to a request for comment Thursday.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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