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as in to uncover
to reveal the true nature of a well-researched article that exposes the UFO story as a hoax

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How is the word expose different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of expose are display, exhibit, flaunt, parade, and show. While all these words mean "to present so as to invite notice or attention," expose suggests bringing forth from concealment and displaying.

sought to expose the hypocrisy of the town fathers

When can display be used instead of expose?

While the synonyms display and expose are close in meaning, display emphasizes putting in a position where others may see to advantage.

display sale items

In what contexts can exhibit take the place of expose?

The synonyms exhibit and expose are sometimes interchangeable, but exhibit stresses putting forward prominently or openly.

exhibit paintings at a gallery

Where would flaunt be a reasonable alternative to expose?

While in some cases nearly identical to expose, flaunt suggests a shameless, boastful, often offensive parading.

nouveaux riches flaunting their wealth

When is it sensible to use parade instead of expose?

Although the words parade and expose have much in common, parade implies an ostentatious or arrogant displaying.

parading their piety for all to see

When is show a more appropriate choice than expose?

In some situations, the words show and expose are roughly equivalent. However, show implies no more than enabling another to see or examine.

showed her snapshots to the whole group

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of expose Students are exposed to the arts and other recreational activities such as swimming, drawing, and music. Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2025 There’s no denying that children are exposed to inappropriate content and that features like infinite scroll and autoplay can lead to overuse. Larry Magid, Mercury News, 10 July 2025 One thing that wasn’t present inside Upheaval Dome was exposed salt from the Paradox Formation. Mike Bezemek, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 July 2025 Deception While the self-replication study exposed how AI systems can act autonomously to preserve their function, a subsequent investigation revealed an even more subtle and dangerous capability: strategic deception. Hamilton Mann, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for expose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expose
Verb
  • But Microsoft's deeper investigation uncovered a bigger problem.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 11 July 2025
  • In May, Montenegro Car Rentals conducted a study to uncover the sunniest places in all of Europe.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • Julian McMahon's cause of death was revealed a few days after his death was announced.
    Janelle Ash , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 11 July 2025
  • See the finds in Greece Off the coast of Greece, the Antikythera shipwreck continues to reveal its secrets, with recent excavations uncovering ancient sculptures and pottery.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • Sell By: This date, used for inventory management purposes, indicates how long the retailer should display the product for sale.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 7 July 2025
  • In an experience that will certainly be beneficial heading into his first year as a Husky, the 7-foot big man continued to display his advanced footwork and an ability to score at all three levels during Germany’s 109-76 loss to Team USA in the gold medal game.
    Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2025
Verb
  • That leadership will need to show itself in the coming months, before ballots are printed and voters start returning ballots by mail.
    Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 July 2025
  • By contrast, YouGov’s polling shows Trump’s unfavorables have swung upward by just 2 points in the same window.
    Philip Elliott, Time, 7 July 2025
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  • Details about the shooting and the restraining order were not disclosed, citing the ongoing investigation.
    Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
  • The China Central Television (CCTV) disclosed the full footage on Sunday showing how Chinese military dispatched two J-16 fighter jets to warn and expel a foreign aircraft for breaching China's territorial sea boundary.
    Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Verb
  • Doval has been off and on, exhibiting both sides of his split personality Wednesday night.
    Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 4 July 2025
  • After the backlash, Related relented and has been working on a plan to preserve and exhibit some of the findings on the site, where two towers are now well under construction.
    Andres Viglucci July 4, Miami Herald, 4 July 2025
Verb
  • The final film in the Unwrapping Christmas series follows gift-wrapping expert Olivia, who gets snowed in at a remote cabin, only to discover her ex-boyfriend Benjamin is living there.
    Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 1 July 2025
  • Stay tuned to discover when Thunderbolts* will make its streaming debut on Disney+.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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  • Before leaving office this year and joining the Trump administration as Interior Secretary, Gov. Doug Burgum unveiled a comprehensive housing strategy, developed by a state Housing Initiative Advisory Committee, aimed at bringing the housing market into better balance.
    Scott Cohn, CNBC, 11 July 2025
  • Rubio, who is also President Trump’s national security adviser, unveiled a reorganization plan for the State Department in April, with plans to get rid of 132 offices and fold 137 other offices within the department.
    Filip Timotija, The Hill, 11 July 2025

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“Expose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expose. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.

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