Definition of exhibitionnext
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as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest an exhibition of valuable and fascinating artifacts from a recovered pirate ship

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as in display
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect for the benefit of the crowd, the professional wrestler made a great exhibition of ferocity

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Recent Examples of exhibition The dual exhibition at the California Surf Museum and Oceanside Museum of Art explores the influence of surfing on art inspired by the beach lifestyle. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026 The exhibition-style presentation emphasized the enduring influence of heritage workwear on today’s denim design and manufacturing. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 23 Jan. 2026 Adding to everything, Rodman, a Newport Beach native, will also serve as captain for Saturday’s exhibition match against Paraguay at Dignity Health Sports Park. Damian Calhoun, Daily News, 23 Jan. 2026 Xiaomi logo at an exhibition in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on November 1, 2025. Matthew Chin,dylan Butts, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exhibition
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Noun
  • Honoring survivors does not end with speeches or museum exhibits.
    Talia Kaplan, New York Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The multiday event offers interactive games, player appearances, exhibits, merchandise and hands-on football activities for fans of all ages.
    Todd Spangler, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
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  • Whether set in Jewish eastern Europe or New York’s Lower East Side, Shtok’s range is on full display, from gossipy melodramas and elegiac reveries to coming of age portraits of shtetl adolescents and immigrant hustlers.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Ceiling And Wall Mounts Both cameras can be mounted on ceilings, a TV display, on walls or even within a wall for a more subtle presence while ensuring privacy with an automatic shutter that clearly indicates when the cameras are turned off.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
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  • The event includes hands-on demonstrations, hundreds of home-improvement products and services exhibitors, plant sales and face-to-face consultations with home improvement experts.
    Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Bridgeman via Getty Images Wise understood that Tupperware needed demonstration, not promotion.
    Paula de la Cruz, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The Late Show host Stephen Colbert addressed the FCC’s move in one of his later segments on the show on Thursday.
    Siladitya Ray, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
  • The 2007 Broadway show, based on the first movie, has received a slew of Tony noms and international revivals.
    Jordan Bako, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026

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“Exhibition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibition. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.

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