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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
Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
As the Orion capsule was pulling away from Earth late Thursday, April 2, 2026, commander Reid Wiseman captured a stunning view of the home planet, showing northern Africa, the Strait of Gibraltar, the lush coast of Brazil across the Atlantic Ocean and shimmering auroral displays over the poles.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
However, even Spaniards who aren't religious find meaning in these rich cultural displays.
—Alexis Marshall, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
The rest would go toward upgrading displays and service technology.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
This 75-inch giant uses Crystal Processor 4K to give you vibrant colors and rich contrast that standard displays simply can't match.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
March 27 - April 2, 2026 People around Latin America and the Caribbean marked Holy Week with colorful processions and other traditional displays.
—ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
Map displays per-state markups on hospital costs, compared to costs at the Medicare rate.
—Gretchen Morgenson, NBC news, 2 Apr. 2026
Many phones, including the current-gen Samsung Galaxy S26 line, and even the iPhone and Apple Watch, have what are called Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide (LTPO) displays, which support dynamic refresh rates.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
The left hand pointing down, palm out, displays the varadamudra (giving gesture, a kind of mudra).
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Apr. 2026
Below the circle is a panel that displays the battery level and the current connectivity status (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
In the coming years, Mello said her team is looking to expand Woolsey’s reach even further by renovating an area of the museum — which currently displays historic agricultural equipment — to be a child-centric exhibit combining the history of Sacramento children with play and interaction.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
In addition to live video, viewers can track the spacecraft using NASA’s Artemis Real‑time Orbit Website, which displays Orion’s position relative to Earth and the moon, its distance traveled, and elapsed mission time using live data transmitted from Orion to Mission Control in Houston.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
The app displays a handful of grocery staples — eggs, milk, bread, butter and potatoes — and touts how much costs for those items have gone down year over year.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
The octopus displays rapid skin color changes, shifts in breathing and eye and body movements.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Even with no other detectable galaxies around it, this galaxy — known as MCG+01–02–015 — displays enormous evidence of having merged with smaller galaxies over its cosmic history.
—Big Think, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
The public displays of control are happening amid an internal bureaucratic collapse.
—Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
As the Orion capsule was pulling away from Earth late Thursday, April 2, 2026, commander Reid Wiseman captured a stunning view of the home planet, showing northern Africa, the Strait of Gibraltar, the lush coast of Brazil across the Atlantic Ocean and shimmering auroral displays over the poles.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
However, even Spaniards who aren't religious find meaning in these rich cultural displays.
—Alexis Marshall, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
The rest would go toward upgrading displays and service technology.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
This 75-inch giant uses Crystal Processor 4K to give you vibrant colors and rich contrast that standard displays simply can't match.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
March 27 - April 2, 2026 People around Latin America and the Caribbean marked Holy Week with colorful processions and other traditional displays.
—ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
Map displays per-state markups on hospital costs, compared to costs at the Medicare rate.
—Gretchen Morgenson, NBC news, 2 Apr. 2026
Many phones, including the current-gen Samsung Galaxy S26 line, and even the iPhone and Apple Watch, have what are called Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide (LTPO) displays, which support dynamic refresh rates.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
The museum displays some 4,000 pieces of erotic art owner Naomi Wilzig has collected over the years.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
The left hand pointing down, palm out, displays the varadamudra (giving gesture, a kind of mudra).
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Apr. 2026
Below the circle is a panel that displays the battery level and the current connectivity status (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
In the coming years, Mello said her team is looking to expand Woolsey’s reach even further by renovating an area of the museum — which currently displays historic agricultural equipment — to be a child-centric exhibit combining the history of Sacramento children with play and interaction.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
In addition to live video, viewers can track the spacecraft using NASA’s Artemis Real‑time Orbit Website, which displays Orion’s position relative to Earth and the moon, its distance traveled, and elapsed mission time using live data transmitted from Orion to Mission Control in Houston.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
The app displays a handful of grocery staples — eggs, milk, bread, butter and potatoes — and touts how much costs for those items have gone down year over year.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
The octopus displays rapid skin color changes, shifts in breathing and eye and body movements.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Even with no other detectable galaxies around it, this galaxy — known as MCG+01–02–015 — displays enormous evidence of having merged with smaller galaxies over its cosmic history.
—Big Think, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
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The team announced on Wednesday plans for interactive exhibits, live programming, shopping experiences, and sweepstakes tied to the draft.—
Barry Pintar,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Kids will love exploring the Charles and Linda Williams Children's Museum, which is filled with hands-on educational exhibits.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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In a time when public demonstrations can easily become tense or divisive, a large and peaceful civic gatherings are both noteworthy and newsworthy.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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For a deeper hands-on experience, EN-NOBLE offers immersive cultural experiences through specialty food tours and live cooking demonstrations led by cultural ambassadors from around the world including Africa, Asia and South America.—
Dontaira Terrell,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The video shows Woods being handcuffed after failing a sobriety test.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Scientific evidence shows that kratom carries real risks that are often downplayed or misunderstood.—
Andrew Kolodny,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
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But a growing body of evidence reveals that the sports betting boom leads to financial strain for bettors.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2026
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But this is only half the story, as opening the caseback reveals the watch’s Supersonnerie soundboard, which is constructed of sapphire crystal to offer a view of the movement.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2026
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Founded in Santa Fe as an art collective in 2008, Meow Wolf has since opened exhibitions in Texas, Denver and the most popular location in Las Vegas.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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And that the artists who are fortunate enough to show in them aren’t making decisions about who else gets exhibitions in them.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Lindsay Lohan flashes a smile while filming her upcoming series Count My Lies in New York City on April 1.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
4 Apr. 2026
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There’s a small LED indicator on the top of the device that pulses white when the sensor is ready for setup, briefly glows red when motion is detected, and briefly flashes green and blue during a reset.—
John R. Delaney,
PC Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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Kia’s killing, and those of countless Iranian scientists in all parts of the country, demonstrates the lengths to which Israel and the United States are willing to go to ensure that Tehran’s ability to weaponize its nuclear program is significantly curtailed after the war ends.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2026
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When targeted effectively, however, WOTC demonstrates strong potential.—
Brooke Creek,
Boston Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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Hilfiger didn’t rule out the possibility of Kelce being on the runway when the company unveils its fall collection.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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And as an accomplished narrative filmmaker and documentarian, Loznitsa unveils deft homages to Jacques Tati and Roy Andersson, deadpan directors who reduce human behavior to its base movements.—
Tim Grierson,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Displays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/displays. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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