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as in exhibits
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 displays
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 exhibitions
For decades, Bonaly’s thrilling move could only be witnessed at exhibitions.
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Fernanda Figueroa, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
In 2017, community spaces in Boyle Heights housed one of her exhibitions, helping her build relationships with local residents.
—Yamlek Mojica, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
The third is a willingness to hold contradiction, designing exhibitions that present multiple interpretations without instructing visitors on which one to adopt.
—William Jones, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Previously a curator at London’s Tate and Whitechapel Gallery, Smith arrived to the museum in 2022 as its director of collection and exhibitions.
—News Desk, Artforum, 10 Feb. 2026
Perfect for families, this picturesque museum offers interactive exhibitions that include learning traditional farming and cooking techniques.
—Linnea Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Currently, LinumTube furniture exists only as a research project and has been showcased at various design exhibitions.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 9 Feb. 2026
The library offers rotating exhibitions at many of the city’s 35 branches.
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Experience traditional performances like taiko drumming and dance; sample authentic Japanese cuisine; explore arts and crafts exhibitions featuring ikebana and origami; and engage in hands-on activities such as tea ceremonies and language lessons.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Fernanda Figueroa, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
In 2017, community spaces in Boyle Heights housed one of her exhibitions, helping her build relationships with local residents.
—Yamlek Mojica, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
The third is a willingness to hold contradiction, designing exhibitions that present multiple interpretations without instructing visitors on which one to adopt.
—William Jones, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Previously a curator at London’s Tate and Whitechapel Gallery, Smith arrived to the museum in 2022 as its director of collection and exhibitions.
—News Desk, Artforum, 10 Feb. 2026
Perfect for families, this picturesque museum offers interactive exhibitions that include learning traditional farming and cooking techniques.
—Linnea Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Currently, LinumTube furniture exists only as a research project and has been showcased at various design exhibitions.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 9 Feb. 2026
The library offers rotating exhibitions at many of the city’s 35 branches.
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Experience traditional performances like taiko drumming and dance; sample authentic Japanese cuisine; explore arts and crafts exhibitions featuring ikebana and origami; and engage in hands-on activities such as tea ceremonies and language lessons.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibitions
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Learn about the history of chocolate-making through the multimedia exhibits, create your own masterpiece as Lindt Master Chocolatier in training, and be sure to pose for a photo with the impossible-to-miss 30 foot tall chocolate fountain.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties filed a joint amicus brief that supports Philadelphia's effort in court to restore the exhibits.—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The International Olympic Committee did not respond to a message seeking comment about the Saturday displays.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Open shelving displays ceramics and objects from the couple’s personal collection.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2026
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One of the most striking demonstrations involved encoding an image of the Mona Lisa into the smart skin.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Its focus soon shifted to ousting dictator Slobodan Milosevic, using mass demonstrations and a general strike across the provinces to make its point.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Nobody, that is, apart from the nearly 50 million people in the United States who speak Spanish fluently — along with the countless viewers who didn’t need words to catch the vibe of a performance that will go down as one of the most memorable, impactful halftime shows of all time.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2026
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Pop singer Demi Lovato has canceled five shows on their upcoming tour, including a Ball Arena concert, and pushed back the start date due to concerns about their health.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Exhibitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibitions. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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