as in displays
a public showing of objects of interest
a touring exhibit of national treasures from the Smithsonian Institution
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as in shows
to present so as to invite notice or attention
these naturalists take their birds of prey on tour and exhibit them before groups of schoolchildren
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Recent Examples of exhibits
Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 18 Feb. 2026
The Children's Museum is designed for kids up to 10 years old and features immersive exhibits, such as a giant mouth, a three-story wildnerness area and a pretend neighborhood.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Feb. 2026
Park service workers last month abruptly removed exhibits from the Philadelphia site, prompting the city and other supporters of the exhibit to sue.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
The permanent exhibits are located at Southwest Plaza in Littleton and Park Meadows Shopping Center.
—Libby Smith, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Visitors can explore the exhibits and hang out on the rooftop where there will be a bar and food served by Wolf in the Woods.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Included in the hundreds of entries are many fairy tales interpreted by floral designs and foliage exhibits including Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, The Princess and the Pea, Thumbelina, The Ugly Duckling, The Little Mermaid, Red Riding Hood, Hansel &.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 Feb. 2026
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
The trust has added outdoor exhibits representing the main gate of the mission-fort and renovated the Plaza de Valero next to the Menger Hotel.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
But Schanelec also exhibits a talent for depicting fading romance, doing it in an elusively deadpan way that at times recalls the work of Eric Rohmer.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 17 Feb. 2026
Courtenay, as a caregiver with deeply sympathetic layers, exhibits frustration and compassion in equal measure, blending the obstinate protestations of a man in his twilight years with the lifelong tenderness and wisdom that often accompany them.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
Like the 1939 film, all five of these movies adapt the first part of the novel by focusing on Cathy and Heathcliff’s romantic (if destructive) feelings for each other, while excluding the second half of the novel in which Heathcliff exhibits some of his worst behavior.
—Becky Little, Time, 13 Feb. 2026
Perhaps some enterprising Democrat or Republican will come along who exhibits more faith in our constitutional system, governs with the foresight that there are more elections to come than just the next one — and reaps the benefits.
—David M. Drucker, Twin Cities, 11 Feb. 2026
Longtime board member Dan Amend called Jennings one of his favorite people in the world, who exhibits thoughtfulness and kindness at her core.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
The same can be said of Schneeberger and Neibaur’s volume, a read that, like its subject, exhibits a breezy superficial charm before giving way to genuine depth and multiple rewards.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 10 Feb. 2026
The French menu exhibits global influences, with dishes like John Dory with hazelnut, and quinoa flavored with mustard and citrus.
—Meredith Bethune, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
Kids can attend shows at a live theater; learn about space, trains, pop culture and art through exhibits; and show off their athletic skills at the Riley Children's Health Sports Legends Experience.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 18 Feb. 2026
The Children's Museum is designed for kids up to 10 years old and features immersive exhibits, such as a giant mouth, a three-story wildnerness area and a pretend neighborhood.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Feb. 2026
Park service workers last month abruptly removed exhibits from the Philadelphia site, prompting the city and other supporters of the exhibit to sue.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
The permanent exhibits are located at Southwest Plaza in Littleton and Park Meadows Shopping Center.
—Libby Smith, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Visitors can explore the exhibits and hang out on the rooftop where there will be a bar and food served by Wolf in the Woods.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Included in the hundreds of entries are many fairy tales interpreted by floral designs and foliage exhibits including Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, The Princess and the Pea, Thumbelina, The Ugly Duckling, The Little Mermaid, Red Riding Hood, Hansel &.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 Feb. 2026
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
The trust has added outdoor exhibits representing the main gate of the mission-fort and renovated the Plaza de Valero next to the Menger Hotel.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
Donnelly Park will also play host to border collie and Highland cow exhibits on Saturday.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
But Schanelec also exhibits a talent for depicting fading romance, doing it in an elusively deadpan way that at times recalls the work of Eric Rohmer.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 17 Feb. 2026
Courtenay, as a caregiver with deeply sympathetic layers, exhibits frustration and compassion in equal measure, blending the obstinate protestations of a man in his twilight years with the lifelong tenderness and wisdom that often accompany them.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
Like the 1939 film, all five of these movies adapt the first part of the novel by focusing on Cathy and Heathcliff’s romantic (if destructive) feelings for each other, while excluding the second half of the novel in which Heathcliff exhibits some of his worst behavior.
—Becky Little, Time, 13 Feb. 2026
Perhaps some enterprising Democrat or Republican will come along who exhibits more faith in our constitutional system, governs with the foresight that there are more elections to come than just the next one — and reaps the benefits.
—David M. Drucker, Twin Cities, 11 Feb. 2026
Longtime board member Dan Amend called Jennings one of his favorite people in the world, who exhibits thoughtfulness and kindness at her core.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
The same can be said of Schneeberger and Neibaur’s volume, a read that, like its subject, exhibits a breezy superficial charm before giving way to genuine depth and multiple rewards.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 10 Feb. 2026
The French menu exhibits global influences, with dishes like John Dory with hazelnut, and quinoa flavored with mustard and citrus.
—Meredith Bethune, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibits
Noun
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At the festival outside San Jose's Eastridge Center, families posed for photos with large golden horse displays, a nod to the Chinese zodiac sign associated with speed, freedom and success.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Libraries thrive when special events or new displays pop up.—
Jess deCourcy Hinds
February 13,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Satellite imagery of the Imam Ali Missile Base in Khorramabad, captured on January 5, shows that of the dozen structures destroyed by Israel, three have been rebuilt, one has been repaired while three others are currently under construction.—
Farida Elsebai,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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That puts her among the top parenting content creators as Krystiana in her online videos shows her days and nights with her growing young family and partner Ryan Draney.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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While the Block Museum’s exhibitions look outward, the Museum of Contemporary Photography’s anniversary show looks inward.—
Eva Remijan-Toba,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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There will also be a series of booth exhibitions presented by cultural, global and educational organizations.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Exhibits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibits. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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