exhibitions

plural of exhibition
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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 Its exhibitions, residencies, educational initiatives, and workshops have helped create an emerging local art scene and placed Madagascar on the global art scene’s map. Gameli Hamelo, ARTnews.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Zavataro has organized exhibitions centering interdisciplinary artist Linda Alterwitz, landscape painter Phyllis Shafer and sculptor Guillermo Bert, among others. News Desk, Artforum, 28 Aug. 2026 Even into her 90s, Kusama remained the subject of major exhibitions around the world. Tessa Solomon For Artnews, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026 Her international exhibitions attracted huge crowds and her works often sold for more than $1 million. Kaori Kaneko, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 Her Infinity Mirror Rooms have been exhibited at museums and galleries worldwide, from London’s Tate Modern to Crystal Bridges in Arkansas, while her David Zwirner exhibitions have drawn multi-hour lines and gone viral on social media. Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026 Events range from film festivals and art exhibitions to corporate retreats, venture capital soirees, and cultural performances. Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Julian Lucas strolled through the museum’s exhibitions to see for himself. Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 20 Aug. 2026
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Noun
  • The event is expected to feature over 2,000 exhibits from more than 300 exhibitors, including over 150 products making their debut.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The Discovery Center offers exhibits, public programs, access to over 11 miles of trails and more.
    Rashad Alexander August 20, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026
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  • With the overhead lights dimmed and soft light spilling from the dioramas, the displays looked like windows to other worlds.
    Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Each of the six stops offers a different experience where visitors can experience their music, along with virtual stories, artifacts, and multimedia displays.
    Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2026
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  • The real test for humanoid robots’ capabilities will necessarily take place in the real world beyond the demonstrations at the World Humanoid Robot Games.
    Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Rising opposition to the Vietnam War during LBJ's tenure would spark huge demonstrations on college campuses and elsewhere and contribute to Nixon's election to the White House in 1968.
    Susan Page, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
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  • Plans on the table include competitive gaming showcases, community programs for creators, fan meet-ups and concert-style shows featuring K-pop acts.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Some of those rescued are covered in mud and appear injured after being battered by the flood, one video shows.
    Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026

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“Exhibitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibitions. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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