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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
Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
One of the largest displays featured bloodied bundles of white cloth spread across the grass like a makeshift graveyard.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
Many phones, including the current-gen Samsung Galaxy S26 line, and even the iPhone and Apple Watch, have what are called Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide (LTPO) displays, which support dynamic refresh rates.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
For entertainment, check out the samurai displays and calligraphy.
—Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
There will also be a model train displays, face-painting and a bounce house.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Volusia Valor Days returns for its third free annual event Saturday and Sunday with more than 40 working military vehicles, including tanks and artillery, living history displays, veterans’ organizations, first responders and more than 100 battlefield reenactors.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
Folks would dip dresses and suits in glowing, phosphorescent paint and wear them around town performing various pranks or artistic displays.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
Students who spoke to WBZ News expressed concern that removing such displays could discourage self-expression on campus.
—Logan Hall, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
The app displays a handful of grocery staples — eggs, milk, bread, butter and potatoes — and touts how much costs for those items have gone down year over year.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
The octopus displays rapid skin color changes, shifts in breathing and eye and body movements.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Even with no other detectable galaxies around it, this galaxy — known as MCG+01–02–015 — displays enormous evidence of having merged with smaller galaxies over its cosmic history.
—Big Think, 26 Mar. 2026
Under Review The video board displays the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system during a challenge by the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 11, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.
—The Sports Desk, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
The book displays a gift for confident, if rambling, storytelling, and the details pile up convincingly.
—Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026
The Heritage Gallery displays trophies, rings, and memorabilia from the team’s five Super Bowl victories.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
While in the EcozyHome mobile app (available for Android and iOS), tapping the ice maker icon on the Devices screen opens a dashboard that displays a picture of the machine, the current water temperature, and the TDS measurement.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026
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After the displays were removed, people left notes and drawings and held protests at the site.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
One of the largest displays featured bloodied bundles of white cloth spread across the grass like a makeshift graveyard.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
Many phones, including the current-gen Samsung Galaxy S26 line, and even the iPhone and Apple Watch, have what are called Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide (LTPO) displays, which support dynamic refresh rates.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
For entertainment, check out the samurai displays and calligraphy.
—Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
There will also be a model train displays, face-painting and a bounce house.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Volusia Valor Days returns for its third free annual event Saturday and Sunday with more than 40 working military vehicles, including tanks and artillery, living history displays, veterans’ organizations, first responders and more than 100 battlefield reenactors.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
Folks would dip dresses and suits in glowing, phosphorescent paint and wear them around town performing various pranks or artistic displays.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
Students who spoke to WBZ News expressed concern that removing such displays could discourage self-expression on campus.
—Logan Hall, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
Verb
Bubb noted that aircraft are also equipped with a Traffic Collision Avoidance System, or TCAS, which displays the positions and altitudes of other nearby planes.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
The app displays a handful of grocery staples — eggs, milk, bread, butter and potatoes — and touts how much costs for those items have gone down year over year.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
The octopus displays rapid skin color changes, shifts in breathing and eye and body movements.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Even with no other detectable galaxies around it, this galaxy — known as MCG+01–02–015 — displays enormous evidence of having merged with smaller galaxies over its cosmic history.
—Big Think, 26 Mar. 2026
Under Review The video board displays the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system during a challenge by the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 11, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.
—The Sports Desk, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
The book displays a gift for confident, if rambling, storytelling, and the details pile up convincingly.
—Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026
The Heritage Gallery displays trophies, rings, and memorabilia from the team’s five Super Bowl victories.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
While in the EcozyHome mobile app (available for Android and iOS), tapping the ice maker icon on the Devices screen opens a dashboard that displays a picture of the machine, the current water temperature, and the TDS measurement.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
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Speaking in New York City on Tuesday, Mahama was referring to moves such as the dismantling of slavery exhibits, the restoration of Confederate statues, and the removal of Black history courses from school curricula, Reuters reported.—
Preeti Jha,
semafor.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Installations and special exhibits like a holiday light show further the wow factor.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
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The demonstrations are expected to go on all day Saturday, March 28, including in several towns in the Kansas City area.—
Chandler Boese,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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Over the last several years, protesters have walked onto the 101 Freeway during demonstrations, including the George Floyd marches in 2020, pro-Palestinian rallies in 2024 and most recently, anti-ICE protests throughout 2025.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Video shared with the Miami Herald of the rescue shows the backyard swarmed with first responders.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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The findings follow a national trend that shows Black and Latina mothers are more likely to experience infant mortality due to a myriad of factors.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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The episode with Rachel’s parents reveals the key knowledge needed for the rest of the show.—
William Earl,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2026
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Now, using the unmatched power of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), a new study reveals that the real reason behind this illusion is a self-sustaining loop driven by Saturn’s own auroras.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Mar. 2026
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Lee is also an accomplished film photographer, with his works having been featured in multiple group and solo exhibitions, magazines and books.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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All of Boston’s teams and their biggest stars are honored at TD Garden’s Sports Museum, featuring exhibitions on the Bruins, Celtics, Patriots and Red Sox, and sculptures of Larry Bird and Ted Williams.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
31 Mar. 2026
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An hour goes by, and then, through a slit in the curtains, Miley Cyrus flashes a smile and tips her oversize black sunglasses.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
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After following the characters from high school to college, the series flashes forward five years for the finale with one final gut-punch.—
Will Harris,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Mar. 2026
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Their willingness to adapt demonstrates forward-thinking leadership from BORA.—
Ian Cohen,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
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Simpson’s paradox demonstrates how counterintuitive statistics can be This article is from Proof Positive, our friendly newsletter that explores the joys and peculiarities of math.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
31 Mar. 2026
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And as an accomplished narrative filmmaker and documentarian, Loznitsa unveils deft homages to Jacques Tati and Roy Andersson, deadpan directors who reduce human behavior to its base movements.—
Tim Grierson,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
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Latto unveils pregnancy news on Instagram On Instagram, Latto posted a photo of herself carrying a baby cheetah with her baby bump.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Displays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/displays. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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