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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
Stoschek’s foundation has supported dozens of exhibitions, including two of Germany’s pavilions at the Venice Biennale, and runs public museums in Düsseldorf and Berlin.
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Will Fenstermaker, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Expressly used for events, the station’s Platform 3 morphed into the Edo-Tokyo Museum, complete with exhibitions, illuminations, food tastings, and the sense that both the Japanese capital’s past and future have always been at home in Ryogoku.
—Jonathan Delise, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 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
At Folklore, the sense of community is palpable, with exhibitions, pop-ups, and events showcasing local artisans and their works.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
The beginning of February will feature new performances and exhibitions for North Texans to check out.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 29 Jan. 2026
Levine was created in 1991, hosting pop-ups in bank lobbies and mini exhibitions.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Jan. 2026
The fair is broken down into the main Galleries section; the Focus section (previously known as Exposure), which features galleries in business for twelve years or fewer; and the Profile section, reserved for concentrated solo and thematic exhibitions.
—News Desk, Artforum, 28 Jan. 2026
Built in 1922 as a home and studio for Schindler, his wife Pauline, and friends, the house alone is worth a visit, but there are also rotating exhibitions by other artists that regularly take place there.
—Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
Will Fenstermaker, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Expressly used for events, the station’s Platform 3 morphed into the Edo-Tokyo Museum, complete with exhibitions, illuminations, food tastings, and the sense that both the Japanese capital’s past and future have always been at home in Ryogoku.
—Jonathan Delise, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 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
At Folklore, the sense of community is palpable, with exhibitions, pop-ups, and events showcasing local artisans and their works.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Jan. 2026
The beginning of February will feature new performances and exhibitions for North Texans to check out.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 29 Jan. 2026
Levine was created in 1991, hosting pop-ups in bank lobbies and mini exhibitions.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Jan. 2026
The fair is broken down into the main Galleries section; the Focus section (previously known as Exposure), which features galleries in business for twelve years or fewer; and the Profile section, reserved for concentrated solo and thematic exhibitions.
—News Desk, Artforum, 28 Jan. 2026
Built in 1922 as a home and studio for Schindler, his wife Pauline, and friends, the house alone is worth a visit, but there are also rotating exhibitions by other artists that regularly take place there.
—Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibitions
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The vroom-vroom event features more than 800 custom, exotic, rare and exclusive cars and trucks, as well as live-action drifting, fan ride-alongs, custom exhibits, interactive fan racing activities and attractions, auctions and live concerts.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Feb. 2026
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Cincinnati Golf Expo Browse exhibits of everything golf, including entertainment, retail and travel.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Feb. 2026
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DJs, bands, stilt walkers, food trucks and displays for photo ops are part of the event.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
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Contrary to popular belief, reality television actually boasts some quality storytelling, offering endless entertainment to viewers who are interested in human nature, seeking escapism, or marveling at impressive displays of talent.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Feb. 2026
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Many other demonstrations were planned for students and others to gather at city centers, statehouses and churches across the country.—
KIMBERLEE KRUESI,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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Unlike language models trained on trillions of words scraped from the Internet, robotic manipulation data requires physical demonstrations that are expensive and time-consuming to collect.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Some of Waller’s clients already attend the shows on their own accord.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Brian McCollum The latest batch of metro Detroit concerts includes a host of shows going on sale this week.—
BRIAN MCCOLLUM,
Freep.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Exhibitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibitions. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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