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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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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
The kindhearted himbo defies the outdated displays of masculinity expected from male athletes.
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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.
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Michael Loria,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
Outdated radios, displays for controllers, and IP voice switches will also be replaced through these funds.
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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.
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Diego Parrado,
Vanity Fair,
14 June 2026
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
20 June 2026
Throughout, the living room TV displays his screen time.
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Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
Consistently displays body control and ball skills on both sides.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
16 June 2026
In posters on classroom walls, the Standard Model displays 17 particles.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Meanwhile, companies and government agencies like YouTube, Harley-Davidson, Meta and NASA will also have exhibits at the fair.
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With more than 50 exhibits in the show, it’s bound to be a far-out adventure.
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Experts advise evaluating robots based on actual real-world data hours and performance in uncontrolled environments, rather than staged demonstrations.
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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.
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Research shows over half of American travelers feel exhausted, with one in five admitting to booking a trip out of anger.
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One feed shows real-time footage of the FIFA Fan Fest at Bayfront Park in downtown Miami, while another displays a map of Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, where World Cup matches are being held.
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Applying Porter’s Five Forces to cannabis reveals an industry built to struggle.
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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.
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The gallery, currently headed by former Royal Academy director of exhibitions, Kathleen Soriano, sits directly on the seafront in Hastings, overlooking the English Channel.
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The week-long extravaganza is open to seasoned collectors, newbies, and everyone in between, offering up exhibitions, interactive workshops, and other events across the city center.
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Then Jaimoe pauses, flashes a quick, playful grin, and rolls his right pant leg up to his knee.
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Is Whalefall largely a dual narrative that flashes between the innards of a whale and the father-son relationship?
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While generative AI has reignited concerns about AI taking over jobs, Oracle demonstrates one way AI can contribute to job losses beyond direct human replacements.
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Commissioning the spacecraft ahead of schedule and immediately starting orbital maneuvers demonstrates the ability to respond rapidly during a crisis.
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This is a tough question to answer until the UFC unveils the parameters.
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The company typically unveils all of its main iPhones at the same time in September.
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