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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 extension is an effort to keep exhibitions and sales moving at a moment when pressure is building across the market and the global stage.
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Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Hit exhibitions are seldom an unalloyed delight, and Vermeer, in particular, does not take kindly to being mobbed.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
Regional defense exhibitions have become arenas for competing global suppliers.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026
The images will be shown on UChicago's main website, on social media, and in exhibitions on campus.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
More than 100 robots were showcased at two exhibitions starting Monday at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
In the Curator’s Words is an occasional series that takes a critical look at current exhibitions through the eyes of curators.
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
As one of the world’s preeminent art museums, the Prado hosts rotating exhibitions that always draw acclaim.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
MoMu houses the largest collection of contemporary Belgian fashion in the world, and is famous for its immersive exhibitions.
—Jane Levere, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Hit exhibitions are seldom an unalloyed delight, and Vermeer, in particular, does not take kindly to being mobbed.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
Regional defense exhibitions have become arenas for competing global suppliers.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026
The images will be shown on UChicago's main website, on social media, and in exhibitions on campus.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
More than 100 robots were showcased at two exhibitions starting Monday at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
In the Curator’s Words is an occasional series that takes a critical look at current exhibitions through the eyes of curators.
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
As one of the world’s preeminent art museums, the Prado hosts rotating exhibitions that always draw acclaim.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
MoMu houses the largest collection of contemporary Belgian fashion in the world, and is famous for its immersive exhibitions.
—Jane Levere, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibitions
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The team announced on Wednesday plans for interactive exhibits, live programming, shopping experiences, and sweepstakes tied to the draft.—
Barry Pintar,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Kids will love exploring the Charles and Linda Williams Children's Museum, which is filled with hands-on educational exhibits.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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Here — with stainless-steel kegs nearby and bartenders pouring pilsners and pale ales under market lights and beach balls — wrestlers launch off the top rope in raucous displays of acrobatics.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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Case in point, the dramatic lobby installations from star florist and designer Jeff Leatham, which might include gorgeous, tumbling floral displays in the spring, or a giant plexiglass reindeer in the winter.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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May Day demonstrations are typically robust in union-friendly Chicago.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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The demonstrations have been primarily instigated by farmers, agricultural contractors and road haulage operators, who are upset with the government’s response to the spike in fuel prices since the onset of the Iran war.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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Glaciers all over the world -- especially in Antarctica -- are also retreating at a rapid pace, recent research shows.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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On other podcast apps, creators can enable access to their shows via a private RSS link.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Exhibitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibitions. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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