1
as in vulnerability
the state of being left without shelter or protection against something harmful
some people chronically avoid situations in which there is a high level of exposure to germs
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2
as in orientation
the state or fact of facing a particular direction
this plant will need to be in a room with a southern exposure
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as in disclosure
the act or an instance of making known something previously unknown or concealed
the exposure by the local newspaper of a kickback scheme in the public works department
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Recent Examples of exposure
Avoid direct sun exposure: Protect yourself and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Watch for signs of mold exposure, like coughing, irritated eyes and skin, and worsened asthma or COPD.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
The three classifications are: Class I - a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
—Matt Cannon, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
In Montebello, a Los Angeles County city located in LA’s urban center, the average exposure for the plan is $728,000, a level comparable to Altadena—yet the average premium is only $381.
—Kristian Fors, Oc Register, 12 Aug. 2025
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Watch for signs of mold exposure, like coughing, irritated eyes and skin, and worsened asthma or COPD.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
The three classifications are: Class I - a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
—Matt Cannon, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
In Montebello, a Los Angeles County city located in LA’s urban center, the average exposure for the plan is $728,000, a level comparable to Altadena—yet the average premium is only $381.
—Kristian Fors, Oc Register, 12 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposure
Noun
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Still, blazars, because of this serendipitous orientation, tend to appear even brighter than the already ridiculously bright quasars.—
Monisha Ravisetti,
Space.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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These placements are pre-arranged with all necessary logistics—accommodation, orientation, and local support, ensuring volunteers can focus on meaningful contribution rather than navigating administration.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The House Ethics Committee is also scrutinizing Mills’ business dealings and financial disclosure statements, including whether Mills benefited from federal contracts while serving in Congress.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Aug. 2025
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That brings me to my more urgent level of mandatory disclosure.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Aug. 2025
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Researchers also suggest that focusing on the rewarding aspects of personal growth, togetherness and novelty can help couples find meaning and joy through this transition, regardless of who initiated it.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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That’s highlighted in his commitment to film study, the mental aspect of succeeding at the position and the understanding that the onus will be on him to rally his teammates together.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Exposure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposure. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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