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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
Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025
The move puts Steak 'n Shake in the company of other businesses that have been embracing patriotic displays.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
The show features displays of vintage tractors and engines along with tractor rides, wagon rides, exhibitors, food, live music and a daily parade.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
The African American History building was closed for unclear reasons (that seemed to me ominous), but the John Brown Museum right across the street had compelling displays about Brown’s attack and its aftermath.
—Literary Hub, 10 Oct. 2025
Avelina Rodriguez of Corona, California, told Fox 11 that the towering Halloween decoration was the centerpiece of her family's Halloween and Christmas displays — and a neighborhood favorite.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Syrupy sweets gleam in the windows of dessert shops around Athens, but skip the tourist-magnet displays and go to Feyrouz.
—Katherine Whittaker, Saveur, 9 Oct. 2025
The basic, conversational capabilities of Google Gemini are currently rolling out to compatible smart speakers and smart displays for free.
—PC Magazine, 3 Oct. 2025
Everyone else does quite well with their displays.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2025
Each set of hands displays a different time zone, with the gold hands indicating sidereal time and the blue hands showing a standard 24-hour day.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
The 82-mile loop travels along lava fields, forests, rivers, waterfalls, and displays mountain views of six Cascade peaks.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Megan Fox displays formidable comedic chops in the title role of a young woman who is turned into a blood-sucking fiend after she is assaulted by a group of alt-rocking Satanists.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025
Indeed, the team's study, which appeared in Nature Communications this week, notes the bamboo plastic displays a tensile strength and work of fracture (force required to fracture a material) higher than that of traditional plastics.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2025
When contacted about the incident, Snapchat reiterated to PEOPLE their community guidelines which prohibit content that graphically displays violent or threatening behavior.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
The museum displays pieces from the Middle Ages through the 19th century.
—Laura Itzkowitz, AFAR Media, 3 Oct. 2025
Another bar with hunting lodge touches displays the singer’s photos and vinyls, while the stairwell stars a chandelier of Bud Light bottles — Post’s favorite beer.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
Explore an impressive collection of locomotives, including the iconic Norfolk & Western Class J 611 steam engine, alongside classic cars, maritime exhibits, and aviation displays.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025
The move puts Steak 'n Shake in the company of other businesses that have been embracing patriotic displays.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
The show features displays of vintage tractors and engines along with tractor rides, wagon rides, exhibitors, food, live music and a daily parade.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
The African American History building was closed for unclear reasons (that seemed to me ominous), but the John Brown Museum right across the street had compelling displays about Brown’s attack and its aftermath.
—Literary Hub, 10 Oct. 2025
Avelina Rodriguez of Corona, California, told Fox 11 that the towering Halloween decoration was the centerpiece of her family's Halloween and Christmas displays — and a neighborhood favorite.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Syrupy sweets gleam in the windows of dessert shops around Athens, but skip the tourist-magnet displays and go to Feyrouz.
—Katherine Whittaker, Saveur, 9 Oct. 2025
The basic, conversational capabilities of Google Gemini are currently rolling out to compatible smart speakers and smart displays for free.
—PC Magazine, 3 Oct. 2025
Everyone else does quite well with their displays.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
Users typed a url in the navigation bar, or typed a search query in that same space—a feature that Opera first pioneered but which was soon copied by Google—and the browser takes the user to that web address or a search results page, which displays a list of links.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2025
Each set of hands displays a different time zone, with the gold hands indicating sidereal time and the blue hands showing a standard 24-hour day.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
The 82-mile loop travels along lava fields, forests, rivers, waterfalls, and displays mountain views of six Cascade peaks.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Megan Fox displays formidable comedic chops in the title role of a young woman who is turned into a blood-sucking fiend after she is assaulted by a group of alt-rocking Satanists.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025
Indeed, the team's study, which appeared in Nature Communications this week, notes the bamboo plastic displays a tensile strength and work of fracture (force required to fracture a material) higher than that of traditional plastics.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2025
When contacted about the incident, Snapchat reiterated to PEOPLE their community guidelines which prohibit content that graphically displays violent or threatening behavior.
—Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
The museum displays pieces from the Middle Ages through the 19th century.
—Laura Itzkowitz, AFAR Media, 3 Oct. 2025
Another bar with hunting lodge touches displays the singer’s photos and vinyls, while the stairwell stars a chandelier of Bud Light bottles — Post’s favorite beer.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
Noun
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The institution, which is funded roughly two-thirds by federal appropriations, said that while exhibits will close, animal care at the zoo and its Conservation Biology Institute in Virginia will continue uninterrupted.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
10 Oct. 2025
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Miracle Mile is home to numerous museums, including the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures with vintage screenings and exhibits that dive into film history, with free admission for guests under 18.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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Highlights include demonstrations at the sawmill, gristmill, blacksmiths, Weavers’ Barn, Spinners’ Cottage, Short Track Railroad, farmhouse kitchen and West Coast Clock Museum.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Numerous videos have emerged of agents deploying tear gas, pepper balls and roughly throwing protesters to the ground during the demonstrations.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The invoice for the drones shows a discount of $314,266.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
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From tackling housing crises on Earth to building shelters on the moon, Charlotte shows how robotics and 3D printing can work together to solve real problems.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Environmental Working Group (EWG)'s Tap Water Database reveals the states with the highest numbers of contaminants across their drinking water systems, with some states having more than 150 contaminants in the water residents consume.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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Feasibility under scrutiny Apart from the light pollution concerns, the physics of reflecting sunlight from orbit reveals major challenges to Reflect Orbital’s plan.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Tang Wing, a collaboration with the architecture firm Beyer Blinder Belle, will also house rotating special exhibitions, requiring blank canvases of sorts.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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The key is nurturing each intellectual property and finding new ways to connect with consumers — better products, richer content, and more immersive experiences, from exhibitions to theme parks.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The amps are now gone, but the cross still flashes onscreen.—
Alma Rota,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
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Andy Lyons / Getty Images The greatest women’s track and field star of her generation flashes a contagious smile.—
Jason Jones,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The scene demonstrates Courtney’s capacious approach to metaphor.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Oct. 2025
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The Sierra Club’s report demonstrates that state and federal desires to keep the coal industry afloat is reflected in local utility decision making.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This week, María Zardoya of the Marías unveils her debut solo LP under Not for Radio, Alemeda and Doechii team up for a blistering knockout, and Mobb Deep release their first album in over a decade.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
10 Oct. 2025
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Genndy Tartakovsky unveils his Primal season 3 concept three years after the season 2 finale.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Displays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/displays. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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