on display

phrase

: put somewhere for people to see : in a display
Autographed baseballs are on display at the show.
Only a few of the artifacts will go on display.

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The diversification strategy was on display last week, when the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) renewed its 2018 collaboration agreement with India’s Adani Group, the conglomerate that operates several Indian seaports including Mundra Port. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026 While there was plenty of skin on display — transparent dresses, breasts covered merely by jewelry or a model’s hand, and plunging necklines — the brand is deeply rooted in inclusivity. — Rachael Akhidenor, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2026 Yet what makes Dallas difficult to count on was also on display just four minutes earlier in the fourth quarter. — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 19 Oct. 2026 Beatles memorabilia on display at the County Seat Antique Mall in Benton, that was formerly the department store where George Harrison bought records during his time in Benton, June 3, 2026. — Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on display

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“On display.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20display. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

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