1
as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
an exposition of flying machines from the early days of aviation
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as in commentary
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
the nonstop exposition of the ceremonies by the TV newscasters was both unnecessary and irritating
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as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
the astronomer's exposition of white dwarfs was a little helpful
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Recent Examples of exposition
The exposition The Mets won the rubber game over the Athletics on Sunday behind Senga.
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Tim Britton, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Most movies go nuts with exposition, because most scripts in development these days get studio or producer notes requiring pointless reiterations of plot points.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
Was there ever a conversation about more exposition on that final boat ride for the Ratliffs?
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 7 Apr. 2025
Is that a conversation that is likely to take place or is that exposition for the benefit of the audience?
—Maria Fontoura, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2025
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Tim Britton, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Most movies go nuts with exposition, because most scripts in development these days get studio or producer notes requiring pointless reiterations of plot points.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025
Was there ever a conversation about more exposition on that final boat ride for the Ratliffs?
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 7 Apr. 2025
Is that a conversation that is likely to take place or is that exposition for the benefit of the audience?
—Maria Fontoura, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for exposition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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However, knowing that this year's exhibit explores the figure of the Black dandy, suit silhouettes like the Zoot suit or those of the Sapeurs originating in the Congo can be expected.—
María Munsuri,
Glamour,
4 May 2025
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Taking into account the restaurants and food stands, interactive and educational exhibits, shops, and the arena itself, rodeo grounds can be as large as the event announcers’ personalities.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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But the commentary on Wednesday’s earnings call suggests the company is standing relatively firm.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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Hannah Montana alum Jason Earles kicked off the commentary by setting the record straight during his Wednesday visit to the Night School podcast.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
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There are two competing explanations for why this happens.—
Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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There might be an explanation behind this recent tendency, though: Barca players are exhausted, and some are injured.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The gala’s coinciding exhibition at the Met was curated by author Monica L. Miller and rooted in her 2009 book, Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity.—
Michelle Duncan,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2025
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This new solo exhibition—her first in the United States, her first as a mother, and her most vulnerable yet—features 13 oil paintings Showering made during this intense period of change.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
8 May 2025
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For more details on the nature of conventional AI versus AGI and ASI, see my analysis at the link here.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The problem is that virtually no vehicle meets that 85% threshold, according to analysis by Frank DuBois, a retired professor at American University’s Kogod School of Business.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
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Civil rights activists said the law and its broader interpretation to include women and other minority groups has made a difference in public sector jobs, including in agencies like fire departments where women had sometimes been denied access.—
Deborah Barfield Berry,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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But Andrade said that Sheeran’s interpretation of the law is questionable at best.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2025
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The base model 2026 Kia Sportage LX comes standard with 12.3-inch dual panoramic displays with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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The events garner media attention, with their photo-ready displays of firearms taken out of circulation.—
David Greising,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
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The Hill has reached out to the White House for comment.—
Aris Folley,
The Hill,
29 Apr. 2025
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Amazon did not immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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