1
as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
a display of paintings by masters of French Impressionism
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as in demonstration
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
a display of sympathy that was totally phony
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as in to exhibit
to present so as to invite notice or attention
display the best items at the front of the showcase
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as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
an actress who can display a great range of emotion
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Recent Examples of display
Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2025
The married couple posed in a signature prom night post with Kirke's baby bump on full display.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Antwan Staley, Hartford Courant, 11 Aug. 2025
Consumers who display symptoms should contact their healthcare provider.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Top officials—including Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, National Assembly head Jorge Rodríguez and Caracas Mayor Carmen Meléndez—marched alongside loyalists, public workers, and motorcyclist groups in defiant displays following the U.S. announcement of the unprecedented bounty.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2025
The married couple posed in a signature prom night post with Kirke's baby bump on full display.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Verb
But after uneven practice during the summer, Fields displayed confidence by taking what the defense gave him and completing short throws to Tyler Johnson and Andrew Beck.
—Antwan Staley, Hartford Courant, 11 Aug. 2025
Consumers who display symptoms should contact their healthcare provider.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for display
Noun
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The exhibit features a wide variety of media, including pottery and wood sculpture, watercolor, acrylic and oil paintings.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
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Gwin’s father was a slaveowner and one of California’s first U.S. senators, according to the exhibit.—
Ethan Wolin
August 6,
Sacbee.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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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
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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
Verb
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The court on July 25 denied a motion to dismiss the case after hearing arguments from the involved parties, records show.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
12 Aug. 2025
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Court records show Betro flew back to the United States on Sept. 9, 2019, a day after the shooting.—
Chris Ramirez,
jsonline.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Further, staggered flashbacks reveal Corry’s lifelong anxiety over abandonment, stemming from the death of her mother in childbirth; the personal resonance of her mission at work to heal young families facing death and disease becomes poignantly clear.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
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But any study of Maye’s recent tape reveals a quarterback playing simply to survive at times behind bad offensive lines — his last at North Carolina and his first in New England.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Including the contest in Puerto Rico, the Heat will play six exhibition games this year.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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In the short-term, Fede Valverde is expected to be fit despite missing a pre-season exhibition game with a muscle strain.—
Sam Leveridge,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This process takes up to two weeks, and once the bat traffic has stopped, all entry points are permanently closed with caulk, hardware cloth, or flashing, depending on the material and the point of entry.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Aug. 2025
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Reserves such as Grayson Murphy, Derrick McLendon, Quinton Bell, Mo Kamara and Cameron Goode have all flashed.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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But if their depth is tested this season, offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland might need to demonstrate his magic with development. 5.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
17 Aug. 2025
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The abundance of recent research into the gut-brain connection has demonstrated how important the link is between the two organs, and how their communication can affect mood and mental health.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The flamboyantly lascivious Frank-N-Furter is about to unveil his new Creature, the titular Rocky Horror (Peter Hinwood).—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
16 Aug. 2025
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Edgewater unveiled a new running back, Lake Brantley unveiled its passing offense, South Lake unveiled what Brad Lord has been already telling everyone and some of the usuals were, well, usual.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Display.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/display. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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