displays 1 of 2

plural of display
1
as in exhibits
a public showing of objects of interest a display of paintings by masters of French Impressionism

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2
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
The glasses feature dual micro OLED displays that combine to bring a merged 1920 x 1080 display in front of your eyes, with 1,200 nits of peak brightness and a 120-Hz refresh rate. New Atlas, 17 July 2026 Guests will have the opportunity to learn about Rainbow Cone’s colorful history through interactive experiences and displays while also getting to enjoy free samples of the sweet treat. Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 17 July 2026 With a new moon during the 2026 peak, astronomers expect one of the best Perseid displays in years, with up to 100 meteors per hour possible under dark skies. Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 Attendees will be encouraged to ask questions of any groups’ members and explore the displays they will be set up to bring various time periods to life, Ruhl said. Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 The park this summer has been conducting 12-minute immersive aerial displays in lieu of fireworks. Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2026 Apple, however, has reportedly been pushing suppliers to provide much brighter displays and could use the more power-efficient LTPO+ display tech. Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 16 July 2026 Although Argentina failed to lift the trophy, Messi’s individual performances were widely regarded as the defining displays of the tournament. Dean Jones, New York Times, 16 July 2026 That’s not unusual among followers of Shia Islam, whose tradition is one of outward displays of faith. Frederik Pleitgen, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Verb
Her face displays the trademark unibrow and faint mustache — a gender-bending look that, scholars say, reflects Kahlo’s defiant repudiation of the classic female aesthetic. Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026 Doing so normally triggers a search bar that displays recent searches on one side and a bunch of other unrelated windows, including top apps, image of the day, and quote of the day. Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 13 July 2026 This trio of metal garden containers displays ferns, shrimp plants, arrowhead vine, and 'Aquamarine' pilea. Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 13 July 2026 The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California displays another former Air Force One jet, but it wasn't transferred there until 2003, 14 years after his presidency. Zac Anderson, USA Today, 10 July 2026 Last week, Whitney Museum displays that advertised the current Whitney Biennial briefly bore unsanctioned messages in support of Palestine, courtesy the artist Jonathan Allen. Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 8 July 2026 The lethality of the Russian assaults on Kyiv in the past week displays the challenge Ukraine faces in protecting its capital as Russia innovates and steps up its attacks. Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 7 July 2026 The daily calendar displays a week at a time, allocating categories for birthdays, anniversaries and countdowns, and allowing you to color-code these events and even set alarms as reminders. New Atlas, 7 July 2026 Argentina's current football generation displays all three, and displays them consistently. Luis E. Romero, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
Noun
  • Visitors can poke around in buildings like the soldiers’ barracks, the hospital, the officers’ quarters, and the Catholic chapel, many of which contain period artifacts and informative exhibits.
    Allison Savage Bates, Denver Post, 19 July 2026
  • Among the State Fair’s dozens of exhibits, performances and other activities, these experiences are must-dos for any attendee this year.
    Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
Noun
  • The event will also include demonstrations of the latest medical technology used to treat the prostate, spine and more.
    Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 14 July 2026
  • In demonstrations, the floating companion performs everyday tasks such as waking users, delivering reminders, keeping someone company while studying, dancing alongside its owner, and providing playful entertainment.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
Verb
  • Video released by Iranian state media shows patients being evacuated from Shahid Baghaei Hospital in Iran’s southwestern city of Ahvaz on Wednesday.
    Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • An analysis of a torrent of public comments submitted on a White House proposal to change the way federal contracts and grants are doled out shows a widespread rebuke of the potential change by scientists and others.
    Anil Oza, STAT, 15 July 2026
Verb
  • The bankruptcy case reveals significant claims from Concord Mills of $606,200, as well as other mall landlords including Roosevelt Field in New York, Woodfield Mall in Illinois, and the Mall of Georgia.
    Catherine Muccigrosso July 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
  • Picking just 17 performances (across a dozen films and five TV appearances) from his half-century career was remarkably difficult, but the list below reveals the breadth of his underrated ability.
    Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 14 July 2026
Noun
  • The Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA) has appointed Kevin Tervala chief of curatorial affairs and exhibitions.
    News Desk, Artforum, 17 July 2026
  • Eastern Shore Art Center Fairhope’s creative spirit is on full display at the Eastern Shore Art Center, where rotating exhibitions showcase regional artists alongside workshops, lectures, and community events.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026
Verb
  • Jennifer Garner flashes a smile at The Five Star Weekend Premiere held at The Hammer Museum on July 8 in Los Angeles.
    People Staff, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026
  • Dent works to instill a culture of swift response anytime a light outside a room door flashes on.
    Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • Translator and philologist Carlota Palacin Jordan believes sufrir demonstrates how nuances in languages can be influenced by cultures and missed in literal translations.
    Colin Millar, New York Times, 19 July 2026
  • Roman designer Ludovica Malagò, who cofounded Studio Malià with Gaia Rebecchini, demonstrates one graceful way to do so in this recent project.
    Francesca Longoni, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2026
Verb
  • The idea is that whatever program Connecticut ultimately unveils, the lessons learned from the pilot will help inform RAISE US’s future work.
    P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026
  • For this occasion, the house also unveils an exclusive limited-edition collection of Louis Vuitton trunks.
    Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 17 July 2026

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