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Definition of displaysnext
plural of display
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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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displays

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verb

present tense third-person singular of display

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Recent Examples of displays
Noun
With minimal light pollution, the park has spectacular night skies, from Milky Way showings in the summer to Northern Lights displays in winter. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2026 One of the largest epiphyllum hybrid (epi) flower shows in the country, the Mother’s Day show offers an opportunity for people to stroll through epi flower displays in a large variety of colors and sizes. Martina Schimitschek, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026 There are several wild places in Georgia, particularly in the mountains and Piedmont, where many of these early bloomers — ephemerals and otherwise — grow together and present lush, spectacular displays of color. Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 7 Mar. 2026 Northern light displays occur when solar wind interacts with the atoms and molecules in Earth's atmosphere. ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026 In addition to expansive floral displays, Dallas Blooms offers a lineup of seasonal programming. Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026 Laptop manufacturers have experimented with different kinds of secondary displays for years, from dual-screen notebooks to above-keyboard 4K sketch pads and even E Ink trackpads. New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026 The displays featured a photo of Musgraves with her back turned to the camera alongside a cheeky message. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2026 There were reports of similar displays across the capital. Ramin Mostaghim, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Verb
The list displays all public schools in alphabetical order, followed by private schools and then colleges and universities. CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026 Attractive green foliage sets off other plants in summer, and in fall, the plant displays a lovely yellow-gold color. Lynn McAlpine, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026 The Elections Administration voting center map displays the wait times for each party. Rachel Royster updated March 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Mar. 2026 Based on the 1928 original, the watch features a solid gold dial with an aperture that displays jumping hours at 12 o’clock and a secondary aperture that shows dragging minutes. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2026 Rosemead’s Wei Mountain Temple displays thousands of relics purportedly from the Buddha, including bones and teeth followers believe multiply and possess healing powers. Deepa Bharath, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026 Fool Proof™ Gardenia exhibits lower susceptibility to common diseases and displays impressive drought tolerance. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026 Azalea Encore Autumn Bliss displays its 3-4 inch semi-double flowers whose outer petals are soft pink to white and edged in pink, while its inner petals are pink as well. Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 Feb. 2026 For all the main characters of American Classic like to talk about the soul of the town and how to save it, the series displays little curiosity about the culture or citizens of Millburg. Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
Noun
  • Friday marks the 550th anniversary of Michelangelo’s birth and there are a number of exhibits, conferences and commemorations that are reviving attention about his genius and legacy.
    ABC News, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Other new exhibits now on display touch California’s coast through the maritime prints of Phi Dike, The Oregon Trail through original ink drawings by Maynard Dixon and art and meditation through the combination of viewing stones and California landscape pieces.
    Heather McRea, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The long-festering malaise erupted into street demonstrations last ⁠September, ​triggered by a social media ban, that ​brought thousands onto the streets, leading to clashes and fatalities that forced the resignation of ​Oli.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
  • On Saturday, March 7, demonstrations will be held in cities nationwide, pushing for people of all walks of life to stand together in protecting and spreading awareness for victims of human trafficking.
    Elaine Rojas-Castillo, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Also in this episode, The Run-Through gets a behind-the-scenes look at the Rick Owens and Saint Laurent shows in Paris.
    Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
  • But a new modeling study shows mini-lightning can be created and studied inside a small block of plastic.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Data from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education reveals fewer than half of third graders are proficient readers, falling 14 percentage points below 2019 levels.
    Editorial, Boston Herald, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Plus visiting Greece in the off-season reveals handsome landscapes without the heat and crowds that summer can bring.
    Katie Silcox, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The museum shuttered in 2007, with Palazzo Lucarini Contemporary taking over its space, while the Prague Biennale and attendant exhibitions ceased operations after its 2013 edition.
    News Desk, Artforum, 3 Mar. 2026
  • Aiding in this nascent coming of automotive age for the region is ModaMiami, which now joins the Amelia Concours as one of the Sunshine State’s must-attend motoring exhibitions.
    Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Durbin flashes leather If Thursday was any indication, the Red Sox will be in good hands if Alex Cora decides to roll with Caleb Durbin as the club’s starting second baseman.
    Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Your Roomba emits a chime and flashes its indicator ring or a Wi-Fi symbol.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Company leadership emphasizes that achieving positive operating cash flow less than two years after going public demonstrates the viability of the business model and positions TMTG for future revenue growth and long-term shareholder value creation.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026
  • As a dedicated online learner, Fajardo Perdomo consistently demonstrates an exceptional level of responsibility and a profound commitment to her academic growth.
    Darla Rivera, Oklahoman, 2 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Netflix walking away from the deal also unveils other catalysts, such as the elimination of potential regulatory risks, said Needham's Laura Martin.
    Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Rogelberg Anthropic unveils Claude Security Anthropic has rolled out a new tool focused on cybersecurity, harnessing the power of AI to detect vulnerabilities that humans can miss.
    Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2026

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