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
Is that a conversation that is likely to take place or is that exposition for the benefit of the audience?
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Maria Fontoura, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2025
In fact, the apparent back-and-forth between the patently obvious and the perversely obscure may be an appropriate technique for a book that is, after all, a prolonged exposition of the hidden logic of the most evident feature of our social world, namely that everything is for sale.
—Benjamin Kunkel, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
The plot veers through various sidetracking convolutions and there is more exposition than necessary tied to supplementary characters.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 17 Mar. 2025
Working mostly in grand scale, in estates in Palm Beach or tropical getaways in the Bahamas or hotels like the Four Seasons Surfside in Miami, Fernando’s gardens are expositions on order, balance and harmony.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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Maria Fontoura, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2025
In fact, the apparent back-and-forth between the patently obvious and the perversely obscure may be an appropriate technique for a book that is, after all, a prolonged exposition of the hidden logic of the most evident feature of our social world, namely that everything is for sale.
—Benjamin Kunkel, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
The plot veers through various sidetracking convolutions and there is more exposition than necessary tied to supplementary characters.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 17 Mar. 2025
Working mostly in grand scale, in estates in Palm Beach or tropical getaways in the Bahamas or hotels like the Four Seasons Surfside in Miami, Fernando’s gardens are expositions on order, balance and harmony.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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The addition to the west will not only include exhibit space, but a new restaurant and theater space whose views open to the south lawn.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2025
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Asawa’s own words posted throughout the exhibit reflect the simplicity of her genius.—
Robert Taylor,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Sign up for my newsletter for more reviews and commentary on entertainment and culture.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Hannah Montana alum Jason Earles kicked off the commentary by setting the record straight during his Wednesday visit to the Night School podcast.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
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After a brief explanation of the challenge and its purpose, the group will hike in Lyonia Preserve and submit photos that will be used to document the biodiversity of Volusia County.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 Apr. 2025
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Tariff rates have been altered without any clear explanation for the changes.—
Robert Faturechi,
ProPublica,
22 Apr. 2025
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The exhibitions for Sotheby’s Modern and Contemporary sales open May 2 and run through May 15 at the house’s York Avenue galleries.—
Daniel Cassady for ARTnews,
Robb Report,
26 Apr. 2025
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The exhibition, which opens tonight, is on view through June 21.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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The analysis also offers new insights into broader lifestyle and relational shifts in Irish Neolithic society.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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Sign up for the Avalanche Insider to get all our NHL analysis.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
22 Apr. 2025
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Civil rights activists said the law and its broader interpretation to include women and other minority groups has made a difference in public sector jobs, including in agencies like fire departments where women had sometimes been denied access.—
Deborah Barfield Berry,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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But Andrade said that Sheeran’s interpretation of the law is questionable at best.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2025
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This follows years where the display wasn’t allowed by the National Park Service under then-President Joe Biden.—
Jenny Goldsberry,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Apr. 2025
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From there — after ambling into the box — his abilities were on full display.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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The Hill has reached out to the White House for comment.—
Aris Folley,
The Hill,
29 Apr. 2025
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Amazon did not immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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