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as in susceptible
being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm
without our immune systems we'd be exposed to all sorts of deadly infections
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as in uncovered
lacking a usual or natural covering
the exposed electrical wires were a safety hazard
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as in vulnerable
lacking protection from danger or resistance against attack
the soldiers were so exposed in the open field that they were the proverbial sitting ducks
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as in disclosed
to reveal the true nature of
a well-researched article that exposes the UFO story as a hoax
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as in revealed
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
the documentary claims to expose how winners of beauty pageants are really picked
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as in displayed
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the tight race for the championship exposed one team's mean streak
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as in exhibited
to present so as to invite notice or attention
I didn't want to expose my ignorance in front of the others, so I kept silent
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Recent Examples of exposed
Owen Clarke, Outside Online, 24 June 2025
Iran would likely retaliate against U.S. troops stationed at exposed and vulnerable bases in Iraq and Syria.
—Reid Smith, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2025
William Gavin, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2025
Last year, 23andMe agreed to pay $30 million in cash to settle a class-action lawsuit accusing the company of failing to protect customers whose personal information was exposed in this breach.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Chicago Tribune, 24 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Even with the help of the train, rescuers hiked a mile along an exposed ridgeline above 5,000 feet, encountering high winds and freezing temperatures, to reach Wilson.
—Owen Clarke, Outside Online, 24 June 2025
Iran would likely retaliate against U.S. troops stationed at exposed and vulnerable bases in Iraq and Syria.
—Reid Smith, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2025
Verb
The company was dealt a major blow by a five-month data breach in 2023 that exposed the personal data of almost seven million customers.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2025
Last year, 23andMe agreed to pay $30 million in cash to settle a class-action lawsuit accusing the company of failing to protect customers whose personal information was exposed in this breach.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Chicago Tribune, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposed
Adjective
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However, this preference puts the species at risk for habitat loss as these areas are often susceptible to human disturbances, according to the study.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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Long-term effects of alcohol can also lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease and a weakened immune system that can make individuals susceptible to getting infections.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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In 2024, the group had $5.2 million in uncovered costs, said Jenn Forker, a spokeswoman for The Salvation Army.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
14 Aug. 2025
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If turf is thin, or garden beds are left with uncovered soil, weeds will pop up.—
Heather Zidack,
Hartford Courant,
9 Aug. 2025
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Light: Some investors worry mid-caps are more vulnerable to market volatility.—
Larry Light,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The report was rife with errors, including citations to some studies that didn’t exist, but experts agree that children are especially vulnerable to the negative effects of ultraprocessed foods.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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Known for documenting her experiences on over 60 cruises, her journey aboard Global Mercy showcased a stark contrast to her usual floating escapes—and revealed how cruise ship design and operations underpin this vital humanitarian effort.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Later in May, it was revealed that a writers’ room would begin this past summer to develop two more seasons of the show.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2025
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Federated Learning: This privacy-preserving technique allows AI models to learn from decentralized data across games and platforms without compromising user privacy, enhancing moderation without centralizing sensitive data.—
Anees Ali Khan,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Not all acres are equal, of course, but there are myriad existing laws to protect areas that are sensitive for ecological, cultural, or other good reasons.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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On the Eras Tour and throughout her career, Swift has covered up in semi-conservative dress like bodysuits and tights to cover bare areas.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Don’t sit your bare bottom on surfaces — use a towel or a piece of clothing as a buffer.—
Cordell Jones,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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In addition to absorbing Highsmith’s $5.6 million expiring contract, the Nets acquired an unprotected 2032 second-round pick from Miami while sending a 2026 second-round pick, protected from No. 31 to No. 55, to the Heat, per the team.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Nuggets sent Porter to the Brooklyn Nets, along with an unprotected 2032 first-round draft pick, for Cam Johnson.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
14 Aug. 2025
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In 2024, more than 100,000 pounds of turkey kielbasa products were recalled after the product was discovered to have fragments of bone inside.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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Foreign objects being discovered in food is a relatively rare recall reason, with more common reasons including bacterial or viral contamination or the presence of undeclared allergens.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Exposed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposed. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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