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as in rally
a mass meeting for the purpose of displaying or arousing support for a cause or person
disgruntled students organized a demonstration to protest the change in university policy
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as in display
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
staged a grand demonstration of her love for her husband with a candlelight-and-champagne Valentine's Day dinner
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Recent Examples of demonstration
Crowds of protesters reportedly gathered outside the headquarters of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office in Jerusalem, while other activists staged road-block demonstrations, with one taking place near Habonim.
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Callum Sutherland, Time, 26 Aug. 2025
So, too, have demonstrations from civilians who are protesting the presence of armed guards and military Humvees on their streets, curfews in certain areas and pop-up ICE checkpoints.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
The project includes parabolic flight testing focused on silicon crystal growth, with future demonstrations planned aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and commercial space platforms.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Israeli protesters on Sunday demanded the government secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, in one of the country’s largest demonstrations since the start of the war in Gaza.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 17 Aug. 2025
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Callum Sutherland, Time, 26 Aug. 2025
So, too, have demonstrations from civilians who are protesting the presence of armed guards and military Humvees on their streets, curfews in certain areas and pop-up ICE checkpoints.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
The project includes parabolic flight testing focused on silicon crystal growth, with future demonstrations planned aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and commercial space platforms.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Israeli protesters on Sunday demanded the government secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, in one of the country’s largest demonstrations since the start of the war in Gaza.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 17 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for demonstration
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Getty Images Only one week into the 2025 U.S. Open Women’s Singles, fans worldwide are watching every serve, rally, and tiebreak.—
Dilan Gomih,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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In addition to MongoDB’s 44% rally, Pure Storage soared 33%, its second-sharpest gain ever, while Snowflake jumped 21%.—
Ari Levy,MacKenzie Sigalos,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
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Here's why glass cloches are worth incorporating into your decor, along with expert recommendations on how to decorate with these charming little display cases.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Aug. 2025
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Or rather, a replica of that vehicle is being restored, after having been withdrawn from display at Daimler Truck’s headquarters in Leinfelden-Echterdingen, south of Stuttgart.—
Ian Baker
August 24,
New Atlas,
24 Aug. 2025
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The location also offers leasing, demo drives, and a service center.—
Olivia Evans,
The Courier-Journal,
22 Aug. 2025
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After doing some serious demo, HGTV is adding some renovations to its lineup.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
21 Aug. 2025
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Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie are returning as judges for the singing competition show's next season, ABC confirmed on Monday, Aug. 25.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
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Peacock has been the home of the show since season 4.—
Christopher Kuhagen,
jsonline.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Demonstration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demonstration. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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