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as in uncovering
to reveal the true nature of
a well-researched article that exposes the UFO story as a hoax
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as in revealing
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
the documentary claims to expose how winners of beauty pageants are really picked
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as in displaying
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the tight race for the championship exposed one team's mean streak
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as in showing
to present so as to invite notice or attention
I didn't want to expose my ignorance in front of the others, so I kept silent
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Recent Examples of exposing
The 20-1 Bruins struggled against Illinois despite winning 80-67, exposing execution issues the team aims to address.
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Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Curated by Simon Angel, the Sustainable Innovations section spotlighted new design principles and materials while exposing traditional designers and textile manufacturers to innovative techniques and perspectives—sparking conversation, inspiration, and opportunities for meaningful collaboration.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
Alinejad views her mission as exposing the situation in Iran and giving voice to victims, but worries the attempts on her life will create a fear of inviting her to speak.
—Katrina Kaufman, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
About teaching her to ski, exposing her to this passion and lifestyle that really like, has absolutely changed the course and trajectory of my life.
—Outside Online, 28 Jan. 2026
That may in part be the nature of the system, but even that hasn’t been working to great effect of late, exposing the lack of goals from elsewhere other than in attack.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Across the city, mutual-aid and rapid-response networks are coordinating food, rides, childcare, rent assistance, and medical support so families can keep living without exposing themselves to risk.
—Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
As explained by TikTok user @missingslippers, the use of the yellow text is not just for aesthetic purposes, but as a social signal for the viewer to know that the video is emotionally raw and exposing in some cases.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
The car was removed from the home by fire personnel, revealing the home’s living room front wall as destroyed, exposing the room to the front yard of the home.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026
Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Curated by Simon Angel, the Sustainable Innovations section spotlighted new design principles and materials while exposing traditional designers and textile manufacturers to innovative techniques and perspectives—sparking conversation, inspiration, and opportunities for meaningful collaboration.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
Alinejad views her mission as exposing the situation in Iran and giving voice to victims, but worries the attempts on her life will create a fear of inviting her to speak.
—Katrina Kaufman, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
About teaching her to ski, exposing her to this passion and lifestyle that really like, has absolutely changed the course and trajectory of my life.
—Outside Online, 28 Jan. 2026
That may in part be the nature of the system, but even that hasn’t been working to great effect of late, exposing the lack of goals from elsewhere other than in attack.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Across the city, mutual-aid and rapid-response networks are coordinating food, rides, childcare, rent assistance, and medical support so families can keep living without exposing themselves to risk.
—Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
As explained by TikTok user @missingslippers, the use of the yellow text is not just for aesthetic purposes, but as a social signal for the viewer to know that the video is emotionally raw and exposing in some cases.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
The car was removed from the home by fire personnel, revealing the home’s living room front wall as destroyed, exposing the room to the front yard of the home.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposing
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For me, that says something about my preoccupation with monsters-in-disguise and the agency of women in both uncovering and conquering violence.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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If doubts appear from seemingly nowhere, make a point of uncovering their roots before dismissing them.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2026
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Reports continued throughout the day, revealing the sustained monitoring of their work.—
Asra Q. Nomani , Alba Cuebas-Fantauzzi,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The federal indictment was unsealed later Friday, revealing the two charges against Lemon and several other defendants.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Jan. 2026
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In Springfield, Missouri, more than 100 students gathered outside Kickapoo High School with anti-ICE signs, some proudly displaying a Mexican flag.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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Damian Kevitt spent Saturday afternoon on a 10-mile bike ride with hundreds of other cyclists, a sticker displaying Alex Pretti’s photo stuck to his jersey.—
Alene Tchekmedyian,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Among the documents released Friday were emails dated from 2012 to 2013, showing Musk's name but with his email address redacted.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
31 Jan. 2026
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Multiple videos that emerged of the shooting contradicted that claim, showing the intensive care nurse had only his mobile phone in his hand as officers tackled him to the ground, with one removing a handgun from the back of Pretti’s pants as another officer began firing shots into his back.—
Michael Biesecker,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Without disclosing an exact amount, the city manager said that Pico Rivera had set aside some funding for strategic real estate acquisitions and that this would be the ideal investment for the community.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Fox News Digital is not disclosing the identity of the teammate.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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My disappointment in Vigil came down to the waste of a perfect setup for exhibiting the worldly redemption of art—that is, its power to redeem us from insensitivity and self-satisfaction.—
Julius Taranto,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2026
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More than 125 international brands across lingerie, swim, athleisure and accessories will be exhibiting fall 2026 collections.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
26 Jan. 2026
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The dramatic cover continues to guide the drama of the party, from Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) choosing Benedict as her bachelor of the season to Eloise (Claudia Jessie) discovering her sister Hyacinth (Florence Hunt) had snuck in to the ball.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Road trips are also a great way to travel abroad, including driving through the Irish countryside, discovering rain forests and beach towns in Brazil, and more.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Jan. 2026
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In addition to the speeding charge, Richardson was cited for following and flashing at vehicles too closely as well as making improper lane changes.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Jan. 2026
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Gerald McDaniels, driving in the center lane, spotted the Olympian flashing her brights at the car in front of her and announced that Richardson's Aston Martin topped 104 mph on State Road 429 near Stoneybrook Parkway in Winter Garden, Florida.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Exposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposing. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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