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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
Joe Rao, Space.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Picnic Day has displays from student organizations and university resources, alongside entertainment like racing dachshunds and the Davis Chinese Orchestra.
—Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 18 Apr. 2026
Not because of the roving packs of teenagers or even the garish displays of overconsumption, but because mall architecture was high art.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Apr. 2026
These displays are meant to introduce some additional warmth to the overall building, adding a fascinating tension.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
The enormous floral displays in the common area change seasonally, but always with a tropical angle.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Each drone show also counts against SeaWorld’s annual fireworks quota, limiting the number of pyrotechnic displays during the pilot program.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
This is the first perpetual calendar whose displays and its moon phase can be adjusted both forward and backward through a single crown position.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2026
These photos capture the high-stakes bidding and the unique displays at the West Palm Beach showcase.
—Carline Jean, Sun Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
In both Evil Dead Rise and The Mummy, Cronin displays a curiosity for using these tropes to display the rot at the heart of the nuclear family unit.
—Gregory Nussen, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
The connected mobile app displays any data and graphs on current levels in real-time, and the device is 15 times more sensitive than the minimum required for professional testing.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
And perhaps most maddeningly, eight does not equal six, and this AI slop displays an octagon, not a hexagon!
—Big Think, 15 Apr. 2026
The Celestial now displays sunrise and sunset times, layered into its familiar rotating sky chart.
—Stephen Watson, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
The American Giants Museum displays a collection of roadside giants, perfect for selfies.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 12 Apr. 2026
The removable panel has a 4-inch 1080p color screen that displays a live stream from the camera, which is ideal for doors without peepholes.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 11 Apr. 2026
The website provides a search feature and displays LA28’s sourcing opportunities.
—City News Service, Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
Quite spectacular displays have also been witnessed at least a dozen times since.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Picnic Day has displays from student organizations and university resources, alongside entertainment like racing dachshunds and the Davis Chinese Orchestra.
—Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 18 Apr. 2026
Not because of the roving packs of teenagers or even the garish displays of overconsumption, but because mall architecture was high art.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Apr. 2026
These displays are meant to introduce some additional warmth to the overall building, adding a fascinating tension.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
The enormous floral displays in the common area change seasonally, but always with a tropical angle.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Each drone show also counts against SeaWorld’s annual fireworks quota, limiting the number of pyrotechnic displays during the pilot program.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
This is the first perpetual calendar whose displays and its moon phase can be adjusted both forward and backward through a single crown position.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 16 Apr. 2026
These photos capture the high-stakes bidding and the unique displays at the West Palm Beach showcase.
—Carline Jean, Sun Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
Verb
Sure, Wallace proudly displays his championship medal and ring in his home.
—Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
In both Evil Dead Rise and The Mummy, Cronin displays a curiosity for using these tropes to display the rot at the heart of the nuclear family unit.
—Gregory Nussen, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
The connected mobile app displays any data and graphs on current levels in real-time, and the device is 15 times more sensitive than the minimum required for professional testing.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
And perhaps most maddeningly, eight does not equal six, and this AI slop displays an octagon, not a hexagon!
—Big Think, 15 Apr. 2026
The Celestial now displays sunrise and sunset times, layered into its familiar rotating sky chart.
—Stephen Watson, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2026
The American Giants Museum displays a collection of roadside giants, perfect for selfies.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 12 Apr. 2026
The removable panel has a 4-inch 1080p color screen that displays a live stream from the camera, which is ideal for doors without peepholes.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 11 Apr. 2026
The website provides a search feature and displays LA28’s sourcing opportunities.
—City News Service, Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
Noun
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The science center in Louisville boasts two exhibits on UPS, both a package car and airplane displays, giving children and adults alike an opportunity to interact with some of UPS’s transformational technologies.—
Olivia Evans,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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The grand jury investigation, which lead to the manslaughter charge, included testimony from 150 witnesses, most from the State Police, and close to 350 exhibits, according to the Commonwealth.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
15 Apr. 2026
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However, the more immediate goal is a series of public flight demonstrations scheduled for the Farnborough International Airshow in July 2026.—
David Szondy
April 17,
New Atlas,
17 Apr. 2026
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Public flight demonstrations are planned, including at the Farnborough International Airshow in July.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Surveillance video still haunts investigators April 18, 2016, surveillance video shows a person in tactical gear walking through Creekside Church in Midlothian.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The exhibition shows how, on rare occasions, the royal wardrobe was used to express something beyond respect for another nation.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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AnnaLynne exclusively reveals to PEOPLE that the former rugby player, 38, proposed nearly four months ago at her Los Angeles home on Christmas Day, when they were surrounded by loved ones.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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The fictional Cabinet uses the Constitution’s 25th Amendment to force the Democratic President to undergo a physical examination, which reveals a brain tumor that was affecting his judgment and emotional state.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Sixteen original structures are on the property, along with two permanent exhibitions about the history of the transatlantic slave trade and slavery in Louisiana.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
21 Apr. 2026
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Per a release, 13 other Greek institutions have new equipment and facilities as a result of the exhibitions NEON mounted there.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Rapper Common flashes the playbills for the new Broadway show The Fear of 13 on opening night at the James Earl Jones Theatre in New York City on April 15.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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At the bottom of the escutcheon is a doorbell button that flashes blue when motion is detected.—
John R. Delaney,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This action demonstrates the president’s monumental cruelty, total lack of empathy and compassion, pathological narcissism, boundless vengefulness, abysmal ignorance and glaring immaturity.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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This study demonstrates that decentralized agents can achieve complex goals by following minimal physical rules and responding to environmental cues.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When the legislature unveils the massive bill this week, the depth of the cuts for the upcoming fiscal year will come into focus.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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Hilfiger didn’t rule out the possibility of Kelce being on the runway when the company unveils its fall collection.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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