1
as in exhibiting
to present so as to invite notice or attention
display the best items at the front of the showcase
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2
as in showing
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 displaying
Avoid a tourist trap by choosing one displaying the official sticker of a Guignol marionette.
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John Brunton, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
From the arched shelves displaying thread, canvases and pins inside the small shop to the paint on the walls and exterior of the business, nothing has been accomplished alone.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
Soaring ceilings and dedicated spaces for displaying bronze and stone statues come into focus in the foyer, where a guest bedroom is tucked down a lengthy gallery.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 17 Feb. 2026
Unlike older digital gauges, this one is a full-color touch interface displaying essentials including speed, engine RPM, fuel level, ride modes, warnings, performance data and more.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Tributes from other athletes competing in Milan Cortina were permitted without penalty, including American figure skater Maxim Naumov displaying a photo of his late parents who were killed in a plane crash last year.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
This sofa table has dual storage space with a top shelf for displaying decor, adding lamps, or placing common items, and a lower level for baskets, blankets, and other large items.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
The show featured a 60-foot-tall fiber optic Christmas tree, choreographed water fountains, low-level pyrotechnics and video screens displaying interactive holiday cards drawn during the day by theme park visitors.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026
The ruling drew praise from some British lawmakers and the Irish rap group Kneecap, whose member was charged under the Terrorism Act in May for displaying a Hezbollah flag at a concert in London last year.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026
John Brunton, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
From the arched shelves displaying thread, canvases and pins inside the small shop to the paint on the walls and exterior of the business, nothing has been accomplished alone.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
Soaring ceilings and dedicated spaces for displaying bronze and stone statues come into focus in the foyer, where a guest bedroom is tucked down a lengthy gallery.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 17 Feb. 2026
Unlike older digital gauges, this one is a full-color touch interface displaying essentials including speed, engine RPM, fuel level, ride modes, warnings, performance data and more.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Tributes from other athletes competing in Milan Cortina were permitted without penalty, including American figure skater Maxim Naumov displaying a photo of his late parents who were killed in a plane crash last year.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
This sofa table has dual storage space with a top shelf for displaying decor, adding lamps, or placing common items, and a lower level for baskets, blankets, and other large items.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
The show featured a 60-foot-tall fiber optic Christmas tree, choreographed water fountains, low-level pyrotechnics and video screens displaying interactive holiday cards drawn during the day by theme park visitors.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026
The ruling drew praise from some British lawmakers and the Irish rap group Kneecap, whose member was charged under the Terrorism Act in May for displaying a Hezbollah flag at a concert in London last year.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displaying
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According to Burbank Police Department arrest records, the actress came to the station in the early hours of Friday exhibiting clear signs of alcohol intoxication.—
Vivian Kwarm,
New York Daily News,
17 Feb. 2026
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The model was critiqued by the judging panel for not exhibiting much emotion in her photos.—
Malia Mendez,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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During a singing performance, its facial expressions appeared strikingly lifelike, showing how expressive robotics continues to evolve.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, this may be showing kids that mental and emotional health are no less important than physical health.—
Sarah Cottrell,
Parents,
20 Feb. 2026
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Mobility-accessible rooms come with roll-in showers, flashing door knockers, and hearing kits, among other thoughtful amenities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Be especially cautious in school zones and watch for children and the flashing lights of school buses.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Feb. 2026
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With shifting perspectives, Superfan excels at revealing the toxic — and lonely — side of fan culture.—
Tiffany Kelly,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Feb. 2026
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OpenAI first released ChatGPT in late 2022, revealing the huge commercial potential of AI large language models that could help write emails and computer code and answer questions.—
Matt O'Brien,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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Amazon has often fielded criticism of its warehouse working conditions, and has been cited in the past for exposing workers to ergonomic hazards.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Feb. 2026
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Over the following days, the individual visited a few San Gabriel Valley fast food restaurants, potentially exposing others to the measles virus.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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While its romanticized view of the past may not be for everyone, the series excels in demonstrating da Vinci's boundless creativity, channeled through Tom Riley's cheeky, charismatic performance that brings the artist into the 21st century.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 Feb. 2026
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As California is amply demonstrating with the hasty exits of many of its billionaires in the face of a potential state tax on their unrealized paper wealth, taxing the rich (at least by itself) is no panacea.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools leaders are unveiling proposals to overhaul the district’s magnet programs, including moving some to new campuses.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
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From the debut product of its Jet Set Mask to the viral lip butter balm and lip oils, the brand is constantly unveiling products to keep it top of mind for shoppers.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
24 Feb. 2026
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The near side has a thin crust, low topography and KREEP, a geochemical component rich in heat-producing radioactive elements.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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These areas mimic a natural desert oasis environment, where trees are clumped together and left to grow naturally, producing fruit and nourishing the local wildlife.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Displaying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/displaying. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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