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as in uncovering
to reveal the true nature of
a well-researched article that exposes the UFO story as a hoax
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as in revealing
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 displaying
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 showing
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 exposing
Consume vitamin C-rich foods in a timely manner, as storing them for a long time or exposing them to light can diminish their vitamin C content.
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Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 2026
Relationships are her mirrors, exposing both her desire for balance and her struggle to maintain it.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
Kroll compared the state of the field to the late 20th century, when the dominant thinking was that exposing infants and young children to two or more languages put them at a educational disadvantage.
—Stephen Wade, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
An independent journalist known for exposing church misconduct saw the videos and published a lengthy story about them.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026
For example, my group, Seismic Resistance, a political action committee formed by eight passionate individuals, seeks to support grassroots movements by exposing and dismantling false patriotism and corrupt leadership through bold action and unwavering truth.
—Leslie Hoyle Guerra, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
After exposing the dogs to the toys, the owners transitioned to talking about the toys with another person without involving the dogs.
—Briana Alvarado, ABC News, 8 Jan. 2026
Vulnerability is currency on reality television, and after a season of exposing their own struggles and embarrassments, the other women are annoyed that Meredith wants to keep up appearances.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2026
Some of the building’s roofs sport numerous large holes, exposing the beams underneath, and orange-brown discoloration on the shingles.
—Angela Palermo
january 7, Idaho Statesman, 7 Jan. 2026
Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 2026
Relationships are her mirrors, exposing both her desire for balance and her struggle to maintain it.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
Kroll compared the state of the field to the late 20th century, when the dominant thinking was that exposing infants and young children to two or more languages put them at a educational disadvantage.
—Stephen Wade, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2026
An independent journalist known for exposing church misconduct saw the videos and published a lengthy story about them.
—Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026
For example, my group, Seismic Resistance, a political action committee formed by eight passionate individuals, seeks to support grassroots movements by exposing and dismantling false patriotism and corrupt leadership through bold action and unwavering truth.
—Leslie Hoyle Guerra, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
After exposing the dogs to the toys, the owners transitioned to talking about the toys with another person without involving the dogs.
—Briana Alvarado, ABC News, 8 Jan. 2026
Vulnerability is currency on reality television, and after a season of exposing their own struggles and embarrassments, the other women are annoyed that Meredith wants to keep up appearances.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2026
Some of the building’s roofs sport numerous large holes, exposing the beams underneath, and orange-brown discoloration on the shingles.
—Angela Palermo
january 7, Idaho Statesman, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposing
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Local journalism, formerly the institution most responsible for uncovering wrongdoing, has been gutted.—
Brandon Rottinghaus,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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The researchers are hopeful that uncovering the processes preceding Alzheimer’s disease could one day lead to new therapies.—
Isabella Backman,
Hartford Courant,
6 Jan. 2026
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At my feet, the pale folds of cloth gradually came apart, revealing two half-open eyes, surrounded by curly hair, which, tossed by the turbulence, looked strangely alive.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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Videos making their way past Iran’s internet blackout circulated over the weekend, revealing harrowing scenes from earlier in the week.—
Hira Humayun,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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This can be as simple as displaying your kids' art on the fridge or as involved as involving your partner in paint choices.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Baker immediately objected and said displaying the files and suggesting jurors would later receive them was improper unless their relevance to the defendants’ state of mind had first been established.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Flender's post featured a television screen showing Kate Hudson announcing Chalamet's victory during the awards show.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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Goodfellas is showing a promo-reel for the feature which is currently in post-production and aiming for a late spring-early summer festival debut.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
13 Jan. 2026
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The judges lifted protective orders that had for years barred prosecutors and defense lawyers from disclosing evidence and ordered the government to protect victims’ privacy at all costs.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Lamont said Google is not disclosing how many employees will be moving into the Sail Tower or details of its timeline for employee relocations.—
Travis Webb,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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That included a bronze octagonal mirror decorated with flowers and birds, a gold hairpin, and a gold comb exhibiting rich detail-work with filigree and granulation.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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The person taken to the hospital was not exhibiting symptoms, according to DosReis.—
Jack Perry,
The Providence Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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Though the first installment, based on books by Stephenie Meyer, was released in 2008, the franchise found new fans in younger TikTok users who were just discovering it for the first time.—
Natalie Bennett,
NBC news,
10 Jan. 2026
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Sacramento County health inspectors closed a local Asian restaurant, indoor soccer business and a market after discovering live German cockroaches, operating without a valid health permit and other food safety violations.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In terms of flashing skin and making sexy in again, Stone wasn't alone.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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The marquee sign would light up next to flashing lights, plus the claw itself.—
Anna Rahmanan,
thehustle.co,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Exposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposing. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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