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as in exhibits
a public showing of objects of interest
a display of paintings by masters of French Impressionism
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as in demonstrations
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 shows
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 reveals
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 displays
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
If the script is a tad heavy-handed in making Clara seem almost indifferent to her mother’s suffering, Touzani is too generous a director not to allow the character some redeeming displays of conscience before the domestic drama plays out.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
The basic, conversational capabilities of Google Gemini are currently rolling out to compatible smart speakers and smart displays for free.
—PC Magazine, 3 Oct. 2025
The museum, which has been four years in the making, tells a sweeping story, connecting more than 500 historical moments and 300 artists, using videos, photos, artifacts, and interactive displays.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
Everyone else does quite well with their displays.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Football watchers are stacking up losses on their betting slips and fantasy records, but after every one of these aesthetically bankrupt displays, Nick Sirianni strides to the podium as coach of an undefeated team.
—J.j. Bailey, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
His success rate on Oval Office displays is far higher.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Legal issues faced by the Airline History Museum over the past several years dealing with the museum’s ability to operate in its current location has left its displays locked down and out of the view of the public.
—Chris Ochsner, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
The museum displays pieces from the Middle Ages through the 19th century.
—Laura Itzkowitz, AFAR Media, 3 Oct. 2025
Another bar with hunting lodge touches displays the singer’s photos and vinyls, while the stairwell stars a chandelier of Bud Light bottles — Post’s favorite beer.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Rick Harrison's popular Las Vegas pawn shop displays rare finds and historical artifacts, attracting 1,200 daily visitors.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Your little virtuoso can also activate the pixel piano player mode that builds and displays cool versions of their favorite animals.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Businesses are finding that people enjoy planning Halloween displays well ahead of the holiday.
—George Petras, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
Entries for its 2025 Annual National Gingerbread House Competition are now being accepted, after it the event was canceled last year — though the inn put gingerbread displays all around Asheville instead.
—Charlotte Observer, 26 Sep. 2025
An electronic board displays a share price of the Nikkei index of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in Tokyo on March 4, 2024.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
These easy fall plant swaps are perfect for refreshing tired summer pots and creating long-lasting displays with minimal effort.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
If the script is a tad heavy-handed in making Clara seem almost indifferent to her mother’s suffering, Touzani is too generous a director not to allow the character some redeeming displays of conscience before the domestic drama plays out.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
The basic, conversational capabilities of Google Gemini are currently rolling out to compatible smart speakers and smart displays for free.
—PC Magazine, 3 Oct. 2025
The museum, which has been four years in the making, tells a sweeping story, connecting more than 500 historical moments and 300 artists, using videos, photos, artifacts, and interactive displays.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
Everyone else does quite well with their displays.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Football watchers are stacking up losses on their betting slips and fantasy records, but after every one of these aesthetically bankrupt displays, Nick Sirianni strides to the podium as coach of an undefeated team.
—J.j. Bailey, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
His success rate on Oval Office displays is far higher.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Legal issues faced by the Airline History Museum over the past several years dealing with the museum’s ability to operate in its current location has left its displays locked down and out of the view of the public.
—Chris Ochsner, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
When contacted about the incident, Snapchat reiterated to PEOPLE their community guidelines which prohibit content that graphically displays violent or threatening behavior.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
The museum displays pieces from the Middle Ages through the 19th century.
—Laura Itzkowitz, AFAR Media, 3 Oct. 2025
Another bar with hunting lodge touches displays the singer’s photos and vinyls, while the stairwell stars a chandelier of Bud Light bottles — Post’s favorite beer.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Rick Harrison's popular Las Vegas pawn shop displays rare finds and historical artifacts, attracting 1,200 daily visitors.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Your little virtuoso can also activate the pixel piano player mode that builds and displays cool versions of their favorite animals.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Businesses are finding that people enjoy planning Halloween displays well ahead of the holiday.
—George Petras, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
Entries for its 2025 Annual National Gingerbread House Competition are now being accepted, after it the event was canceled last year — though the inn put gingerbread displays all around Asheville instead.
—Charlotte Observer, 26 Sep. 2025
An electronic board displays a share price of the Nikkei index of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in Tokyo on March 4, 2024.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
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Among the museum’s offerings are exhibits, oral histories and artifacts chronicling WGPR’s evolution as an independent TV station, including the impact the station made on the lives of WGPR alums that have worked across Detroit’s media market and across the nation.—
Scott Talley,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The center features plenty of interactive exhibits, camps and games for children and a Fossil Frontier where guests can explore fossils from across Tennessee.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
1 Oct. 2025
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Others state the demonstrations are supporting a ceasefire to end to the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza and release the hostages on both sides.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The event was among 2,000 such anti-Trump demonstrations in communities around the country.—
Michelle Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Two months after historic floods swept through the Milwaukee area, new data shows that nearly 2,200 homes throughout Milwaukee County sustained major damage or were destroyed.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, financial markets must continue to grapple with the ongoing government shutdown, which shows no signs of ending anytime soon and will keep key economic indicators under wraps.—
Danny Bakst,
Fortune,
6 Oct. 2025
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In the final moments, a flashback reveals that a baby (Elliot) is left on Del and Colton's (Jefferson Brown) doorstep just after the birth of their daughter.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Oct. 2025
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Trailer footage reveals tension that seriously ramp-up between Grace and Jackson in their rural home, including shots of Lawrence’s character wondering through an open field with a shotgun, laughing maniacally.—
Tom Tapp,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
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Finnie hasn’t been as noticeable as the exhibitions have gone on, though, and Copp can bring similar smarts and competitiveness, in a heavier body, to the line — if that’s how McLellan wants to deploy him.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Now in its 14th year, cochaired by Eva Chow and Leonardo DiCaprio, the event honors leaders in art and film, with proceeds supporting the museum’s exhibitions, acquisitions and educational programs.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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That nucleotide flashes light in a characteristic color that identifies which base is being connected.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 Oct. 2025
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But then, the actress flashes a mischievous grin.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As the trailer demonstrates, Olympia's knowledge of Matty's own deceptions gives her ample leverage.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Oct. 2025
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The FlyingToolbox demonstrates how drones can move beyond simple inspection or filming roles to perform real aerial work.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Oct. 2025
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This annual fall event is when Apple typically unveils design changes and new features for iPhones.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
2 Oct. 2025
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Mamoru Oshii’s cult anime Angel’s Egg returns in a 40th anniversary 4K restoration, and Shoji Kawamori unveils his new original feature Labyrinth.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Displays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/displays. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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