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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
In both cases, casual upgrades exposed hidden problems that reinforce how unpredictable DIY projects can be without proper inspections and planning.
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Matthew Impelli, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Apr. 2025
Based on this application, some people believe that consuming local honey can help expose you to allergens in your area that might trigger your specific allergic reaction.
—Daniel More, Verywell Health, 29 Apr. 2025
Whistleblowers – people who expose wrongdoing within their organizations – play a crucial role in holding governments and corporations accountable.
—Kate Kenny, The Conversation, 29 Apr. 2025
Frequently Asked Questions At what temperature does wax paper melt?
Wax melts when exposed to high heat, with a melting point of approximately 420°F and higher, so wax paper is best for cold applications in the kitchen.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025
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Matthew Impelli, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Apr. 2025
Based on this application, some people believe that consuming local honey can help expose you to allergens in your area that might trigger your specific allergic reaction.
—Daniel More, Verywell Health, 29 Apr. 2025
Whistleblowers – people who expose wrongdoing within their organizations – play a crucial role in holding governments and corporations accountable.
—Kate Kenny, The Conversation, 29 Apr. 2025
Frequently Asked Questions At what temperature does wax paper melt?
Wax melts when exposed to high heat, with a melting point of approximately 420°F and higher, so wax paper is best for cold applications in the kitchen.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for expose
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Fox Nation's 'Titanic Secrets' busts the myths that have long been held at the bottom of the sea and uncovers the truth in this century-long conspiracy.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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By enriching this data with operational and financial metrics, organizations can perform advanced analytics to uncover actionable root causes and establish a financial link to CX value.—
Forrester,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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By month’s end, the right path should reveal itself.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Belichick-Hudson interview reveals North Carolina may be headed for train wreck | Opinion Don’t let this ruin your beach trip!—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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The museum’s Vietnam Gallery displays Mills’ uniform, flight helmet and medals.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
26 Apr. 2025
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The soon-to-be 23-year-old displayed impressive contact balance and routinely churned out additional yards after being hit, but his workload in college (879 carries in five years) raises questions about his long-term outlook in the NFL. 191.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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His prominent role in Game 3 -- which was a big reason the Knicks' offensive rating jumped to 120.8 from 101.9 in Game 2 -- showed that coach Tom Thibodeau and the Knicks have learned their lesson about keeping Towns involved in the offense.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
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Text messages sent in the hours leading up to O’Keefe’s death read aloud to the court by a Massachusetts state trooper show the couple were at a strained point in their relationship.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The man was taken to an area hospital but the extent of his injury has not been disclosed.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2025
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Ventura and Combs settled the lawsuit within a day without disclosing the terms and with Combs denying any wrongdoing.—
Adam Reiss,
NBC news,
1 May 2025
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The movie is one of the rare instances that exhibit intersex people and their livelihoods.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
23 Apr. 2025
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In one of its slides at trial, Meta exhibited a graphic of a boxing ring showing the logos of Instagram, Facebook, and the various companies that Meta argues are competitors, including TikTok, YouTube, and Apple’s iMessage, though the F.T.C. doesn’t define any of those three as such.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2025
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First discovered: 9:05 p.m. April 21 Initial location: Humboldt County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Village A new wildfire was reported today at 9:05 p.m. in Humboldt County.—
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Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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In an Episode 2 hospital flashback, Abby discovers her father, who was about to remove Ellie's brain for a humanity-saving cure.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Republicans serving on the House Transportation Committee on Tuesday unveiled a new spending bill, which, if passed, would implement an annual fee of $20 for most car owners.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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In Brussels, the European Commission unveiled an almost-final draft of the digital-euro bill on 9 April, then instructed the ECB to pick technology partners by early autumn.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Expose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expose. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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