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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
Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Historical exhibits and fine-art displays are featured throughout the event.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 13 Sep. 2025
Modern displays are featured above the doors on the inside and outside of the car, on the ceiling and in the transitions between cars.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
The stutter that often accompanies lower-end portable displays isn’t present here.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
This energy is released as light, producing the colorful displays seen in the night sky.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Considering how similar the displays are otherwise, the iPhone 16's brighter panel sets it apart.
—PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
These include craft fairs, outdoor live music, pumpkin displays, chili cook-offs, s'mores and hot chocolate.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 8 Sep. 2025
It is said the bees gathered at the cemetery, resting on the tent over the grave and on the floral displays, returning to their hives after the service concluded.
—Elizabeth Bass Parman, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
White oak White oak is a large shade tree displays deep red to coppery-brown fall color.
—Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Sep. 2025
His observant approach to capturing the sights and sounds of New York’s Chinatown and Lower East Side — the streets packed with extras, the kitchens where Aishe works steaming and bustling — displays what can only be a documentarian’s attention to local detail and color.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025
Nearby, the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium displays Southern California marine life and interactive experiences, while the 150-year-old Point Fermin Lighthouse is also open for tours.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
The possibility of aurora borealis displays at more southerly latitudes than usual is the result of heightened solar activity.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
As noted, the functional charging case features a bright high-resolution screen that displays stats like the time, as well as remaining battery life for both the earphones and the case itself.
—PC Magazine, 2 Sep. 2025
Each screen displays multiple camera feeds.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Hurricane Katrina survivor Robert Green displays a photo of his mother Joyce, who perished in the floodwaters, inside his faltering Lower Ninth Ward home on August 11, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Noun
Boox have taken the form factor of a smartphone and replaced the high-resolution and power-hungry color displays with an eInk Carta 1200 display.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Historical exhibits and fine-art displays are featured throughout the event.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 13 Sep. 2025
Modern displays are featured above the doors on the inside and outside of the car, on the ceiling and in the transitions between cars.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
The stutter that often accompanies lower-end portable displays isn’t present here.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
This energy is released as light, producing the colorful displays seen in the night sky.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Considering how similar the displays are otherwise, the iPhone 16's brighter panel sets it apart.
—PC Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
These include craft fairs, outdoor live music, pumpkin displays, chili cook-offs, s'mores and hot chocolate.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 8 Sep. 2025
It is said the bees gathered at the cemetery, resting on the tent over the grave and on the floral displays, returning to their hives after the service concluded.
—Elizabeth Bass Parman, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
Writing, directing and starring in Maddie’s Secret is an impressive balancing act from Early, who displays a sharp understanding of what moments in Maddie’s life are most suited for comedy.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
White oak White oak is a large shade tree displays deep red to coppery-brown fall color.
—Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Sep. 2025
His observant approach to capturing the sights and sounds of New York’s Chinatown and Lower East Side — the streets packed with extras, the kitchens where Aishe works steaming and bustling — displays what can only be a documentarian’s attention to local detail and color.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2025
Nearby, the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium displays Southern California marine life and interactive experiences, while the 150-year-old Point Fermin Lighthouse is also open for tours.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
The possibility of aurora borealis displays at more southerly latitudes than usual is the result of heightened solar activity.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
As noted, the functional charging case features a bright high-resolution screen that displays stats like the time, as well as remaining battery life for both the earphones and the case itself.
—PC Magazine, 2 Sep. 2025
Each screen displays multiple camera feeds.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Hurricane Katrina survivor Robert Green displays a photo of his mother Joyce, who perished in the floodwaters, inside his faltering Lower Ninth Ward home on August 11, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
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However, the dress has been recreated on several occasions for exhibits.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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Judge Adelman allowed jurors to see Mensah's police interview, but initially did not allow jurors to see interviews of officers Evan Olson and David Shamsi, who were both on the scene, saying the exhibits weren't admitted in evidence and were hearsay.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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During live demonstrations, López showed how powerful this could be.—
Judith Magyar,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Supporters of the prosecution argue that the far-right leader endangered the country's democratic institutions, while his loyal base has staged street demonstrations, claiming the charges are politically motivated.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Other Side of the Contest Award shows focus on who wins, but every contest has another side.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The trend shows that attackers can leverage emerging AI during the hacking process, including attack scenario planning, malware development, building their tools and to impersonate job recruiters, said Mun Chong-hyun, director at Genians.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This approach reveals new markets and business models centered on sustainability, wellness and regenerative practices.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Here, Simmons reveals his tips for better communication and offers an essential nugget of advice for young entrepreneurs.—
Tim Brinkhof,
Big Think,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Observer’s annual guide to the latest arts and culture season highlights returning favorites as well as new exhibitions, events and performances.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
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Since the 2010s, however, his photographs have started to appear with greater frequency and impact in small exhibitions throughout the Pacific Northwest, earning Matsura an ever-widening circle of admiration and appreciation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If a fan’s only window into football analytics is a contextless statistic that flashes on the screen, though, then they might be justified in thinking data was useless.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Archie the coach strides past my possie and flashes me a smile.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The technical implementation demonstrates how PostgreSQL’s extensibility addresses enterprise requirements for both document flexibility and relational consistency.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Focus on scientific breakthroughs While K2 Think demonstrates performance on par with OpenAI, the system's developers say the aim is not to build a chatbot like ChatGPT.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And at least in the short-term, if the Fed unveils a jumbo cut, Crane would expect money market assets to go up for the same comparative reason.—
Eric Rosenbaum,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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Forbes today unveils its 44th annual Forbes 400 list, the definitive ranking of the wealthiest Americans.—
Forbes Press Releases,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Displays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/displays. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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