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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
The Observer’s annual guide to the latest arts and culture season highlights returning favorites as well as new exhibitions, events and performances.
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Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
Since the 2010s, however, his photographs have started to appear with greater frequency and impact in small exhibitions throughout the Pacific Northwest, earning Matsura an ever-widening circle of admiration and appreciation.
—Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Her work, spanning sharp menswear, collaborations with Adidas, and exhibitions at major art institutions, blurs the line between fashion, music, and literature.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
Grant has already worked with Sotheby’s on several projects, including the Brilliant & Black exhibitions in 2020 and 2022, groundbreaking showcases which provided a previously non-existant platform for Black jewelers in the luxury world.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Today, however, its rooms are used for events and exhibitions held by the Vitra Design Museum, located within the complex.
—Mae Hamilton, AFAR Media, 9 Sep. 2025
Counting five spring games, two alumni games and two exhibitions, the club hasn’t lost in 14 matches.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
One of the crucial narratives of such exhibitions is that Ukrainian military forces are the ones to blame for the destruction of Mariupol and other cities.
—Yegor Mostovshikov, The Dial, 9 Sep. 2025
In addition to his own designs, Silos presented over the years exhibitions of photos by the likes of Larry Fink and Sarah Moon.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
Since the 2010s, however, his photographs have started to appear with greater frequency and impact in small exhibitions throughout the Pacific Northwest, earning Matsura an ever-widening circle of admiration and appreciation.
—Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Her work, spanning sharp menswear, collaborations with Adidas, and exhibitions at major art institutions, blurs the line between fashion, music, and literature.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
Grant has already worked with Sotheby’s on several projects, including the Brilliant & Black exhibitions in 2020 and 2022, groundbreaking showcases which provided a previously non-existant platform for Black jewelers in the luxury world.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Today, however, its rooms are used for events and exhibitions held by the Vitra Design Museum, located within the complex.
—Mae Hamilton, AFAR Media, 9 Sep. 2025
Counting five spring games, two alumni games and two exhibitions, the club hasn’t lost in 14 matches.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
One of the crucial narratives of such exhibitions is that Ukrainian military forces are the ones to blame for the destruction of Mariupol and other cities.
—Yegor Mostovshikov, The Dial, 9 Sep. 2025
In addition to his own designs, Silos presented over the years exhibitions of photos by the likes of Larry Fink and Sarah Moon.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibitions
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However, the dress has been recreated on several occasions for exhibits.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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Judge Adelman allowed jurors to see Mensah's police interview, but initially did not allow jurors to see interviews of officers Evan Olson and David Shamsi, who were both on the scene, saying the exhibits weren't admitted in evidence and were hearsay.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Boox have taken the form factor of a smartphone and replaced the high-resolution and power-hungry color displays with an eInk Carta 1200 display.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Historical exhibits and fine-art displays are featured throughout the event.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
13 Sep. 2025
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During live demonstrations, López showed how powerful this could be.—
Judith Magyar,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Supporters of the prosecution argue that the far-right leader endangered the country's democratic institutions, while his loyal base has staged street demonstrations, claiming the charges are politically motivated.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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The eligibility dates for the 2024 Emmy Awards apply to shows that aired between June 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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There will be mermaid swim shows and meet and greets, pirate adventure shows and sailor camp.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
13 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Exhibitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibitions. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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