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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
Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
He was substituted again against the Italians, with his game in total contrast to that of Rossi’s, who delivered one of the greatest individual displays in the World Cup’s history.
—Will Jeanes, New York Times, 20 June 2026
The contrast between bright snowfields and deep shadows has always pushed displays to their limits, but on the G6, viewers can finally see the deep, rich blacks that the filmmakers originally intended.
—Nam Sunwoo, Variety, 19 June 2026
The main lodge includes an open lounge area and dining room—though most meals are served on the porch, if weather allows—a pool, and a library with games and interesting displays about the flora and fauna of the region.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026
The kindhearted himbo defies the outdated displays of masculinity expected from male athletes.
—Carlos Aguilar, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 June 2026
Hope underwater Whole displays at the museum are dedicated to capturing the fervor felt across the nation in 2007 when Obama was first running for the presidency.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Outdated radios, displays for controllers, and IP voice switches will also be replaced through these funds.
—Gabriela Vidal, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Harry arrived Saturday in a dark polo shirt and a cap, all free of any displays of loyalty.
—Diego Parrado, Vanity Fair, 14 June 2026
Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2026
Throughout, the living room TV displays his screen time.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 June 2026
Consistently displays body control and ball skills on both sides.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2026
Version 17 introduces a 50-50 split interface that displays the game on top and a touchscreen controller at the bottom.
—ArsTechnica, 16 June 2026
Once synced, the app displays investment balances, account holdings and portfolio allocation information within the same dashboard used for budgeting and net worth tracking.
—Nick Perry, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Even in recordings from the ’90s, Alfa displays a reserved but expressive personality, and a talent for fusing disparate sounds fluidly together.
—H.d. Angel, Pitchfork, 16 June 2026
This bezel-free screen supports HDR10 depth over a billion colors and displays two simultaneous device inputs using side-by-side split-screen processing.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 16 June 2026
In posters on classroom walls, the Standard Model displays 17 particles.
—Quanta Magazine, 15 June 2026
Noun
Ashura processions are usually dramatic affairs, with chanters singing elegies or dirges dedicated to Hussein, while audience members beat their chests and engage in displays of mourning.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
He was substituted again against the Italians, with his game in total contrast to that of Rossi’s, who delivered one of the greatest individual displays in the World Cup’s history.
—Will Jeanes, New York Times, 20 June 2026
The contrast between bright snowfields and deep shadows has always pushed displays to their limits, but on the G6, viewers can finally see the deep, rich blacks that the filmmakers originally intended.
—Nam Sunwoo, Variety, 19 June 2026
The main lodge includes an open lounge area and dining room—though most meals are served on the porch, if weather allows—a pool, and a library with games and interesting displays about the flora and fauna of the region.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026
The kindhearted himbo defies the outdated displays of masculinity expected from male athletes.
—Carlos Aguilar, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 June 2026
Hope underwater Whole displays at the museum are dedicated to capturing the fervor felt across the nation in 2007 when Obama was first running for the presidency.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Outdated radios, displays for controllers, and IP voice switches will also be replaced through these funds.
—Gabriela Vidal, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Harry arrived Saturday in a dark polo shirt and a cap, all free of any displays of loyalty.
—Diego Parrado, Vanity Fair, 14 June 2026
Verb
Golden 1 Center displays a collection of vintage neon signs from historic local businesses, such as Shakey’s Pizza and Tower Records, on loan from the history center.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2026
Throughout, the living room TV displays his screen time.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 June 2026
Consistently displays body control and ball skills on both sides.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2026
Version 17 introduces a 50-50 split interface that displays the game on top and a touchscreen controller at the bottom.
—ArsTechnica, 16 June 2026
Once synced, the app displays investment balances, account holdings and portfolio allocation information within the same dashboard used for budgeting and net worth tracking.
—Nick Perry, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Even in recordings from the ’90s, Alfa displays a reserved but expressive personality, and a talent for fusing disparate sounds fluidly together.
—H.d. Angel, Pitchfork, 16 June 2026
This bezel-free screen supports HDR10 depth over a billion colors and displays two simultaneous device inputs using side-by-side split-screen processing.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 16 June 2026
In posters on classroom walls, the Standard Model displays 17 particles.
—Quanta Magazine, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
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The Chiefs Hall of Honor on the second-level concourse contains the organization’s four Super Bowl trophies, memorabilia, exhibits and documents, and there is no admission to walk through history.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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Home to incredible indoor and outdoor exhibits of alligators, turtles, lizards, and, of course, snakes, a visit to this attraction is a one-of-a-kind experience.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
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Experts advise evaluating robots based on actual real-world data hours and performance in uncontrolled environments, rather than staged demonstrations.—
Robert J. Szczerba,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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The boy was mesmerized by its interactive exhibits, which required him to push buttons and pull levers to determine the outcomes of science demonstrations.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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The budget shows salaries and benefits going up more than $300,000 and services and supplies going down nearly $200,000.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Times video taken at the scene shows one man lying on the ground, his leg bleeding and wrapped with a green garment as a tourniquet, while others help him.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Applying Porter’s Five Forces to cannabis reveals an industry built to struggle.—
Peter Su,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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That edit-first habit is the real core of how to build a capsule wardrobe, since what is left reveals the gaps worth filling.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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In recent years, his work has been the subject of major museum exhibitions and large-scale public projects, including City in the Grass in New York’s Madison Square Park.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
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In the late 1970s chefs from prominent restaurants in Armenia traveled to international culinary exhibitions in France, Greece and some Arab countries and adopted innovative techniques.—
Ani Duzdabanyan,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Then Jaimoe pauses, flashes a quick, playful grin, and rolls his right pant leg up to his knee.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
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Is Whalefall largely a dual narrative that flashes between the innards of a whale and the father-son relationship?—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
Verb
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This case demonstrates that our Office will work with our law enforcement partners to investigate and prosecute those who seek to profit through fraud.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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For others, the salary cap proposal demonstrates pure greed from owners who are all fabulously wealthy yet perennially crying poor.—
David Faris,
TheWeek,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Heesen Yachts, under new ownership, unveils Project Ananda, a 236-foot Smart Custom superyacht designed with Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design for 2030 delivery.—
Bill Springer,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The company typically unveils all of its main iPhones at the same time in September.—
Mark Gurman,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
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