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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
Her bodycon mermaid skirt was covered in diagonal rows of slits, exposing glimpses of her legs, hips, and butt.
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Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
This disconnect creates a growing opportunity for buyers while exposing weaknesses in businesses that haven't been built for transferability.
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Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
This dramatically reshaped astronomers' understanding of the solar system, exposing a far more complex outer frontier than anyone in 1776 could have imagined.
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Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
1 July 2026
The actress, 55, filed a request for a protective order in Los Angeles Superior Court June 26 asking the judge to prohibit Phypers, 53, from exposing the details of her income, according to documents obtained by USA TODAY.
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Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The attacks are forcing Moscow to manage visible problems at home, exposing a vulnerability in a country whose global power has long rested on its energy sector.
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Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
Rayan died amid growing concerns from aid groups and analysts that Israel’s expanding yellow line is exposing civilians to increasing danger.
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Chantal Da Silva,
NBC news,
30 June 2026
Venus in Virgo, however, will clash with Mars in Gemini on July 29, exposing tension between what sounds exciting and what actually makes sense.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
As your seedlings start to grow, trim each pot down to one seedling before exposing them to the outdoor environment in a shady spot for a few hours everyday for at least a week.
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Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
This disconnect creates a growing opportunity for buyers while exposing weaknesses in businesses that haven't been built for transferability.
—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
This dramatically reshaped astronomers' understanding of the solar system, exposing a far more complex outer frontier than anyone in 1776 could have imagined.
—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
1 July 2026
The actress, 55, filed a request for a protective order in Los Angeles Superior Court June 26 asking the judge to prohibit Phypers, 53, from exposing the details of her income, according to documents obtained by USA TODAY.
—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The attacks are forcing Moscow to manage visible problems at home, exposing a vulnerability in a country whose global power has long rested on its energy sector.
—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
Rayan died amid growing concerns from aid groups and analysts that Israel’s expanding yellow line is exposing civilians to increasing danger.
—
Chantal Da Silva,
NBC news,
30 June 2026
Venus in Virgo, however, will clash with Mars in Gemini on July 29, exposing tension between what sounds exciting and what actually makes sense.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
As your seedlings start to grow, trim each pot down to one seedling before exposing them to the outdoor environment in a shady spot for a few hours everyday for at least a week.
—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposing
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For both founders, the swap was less about replacing each other and more about learning from each other's businesses, uncovering operational blind spotsblind spots and offering pointers.
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Part of the joy of this comedy-thriller from Andy Siara (Palm Springs) is uncovering its twisty secrets.
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Two people lifted the box’s lid, revealing a pile of dusty items.
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Why do candidates feel comfortable asking revealing questions and practicing interview skills with an AI avatar?
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But their loving, attentive mother soon began displaying signs of schizophrenia.
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On July 1, two people were arrested after reaching the top of the iconic New York City building, displaying a banner and appearing to stage a proposal.
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The idea was to reflect girlhood through different periods of American history, showing the changes and similarities in books and their accompanying dolls and historically accurate outfits.
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What started as a small barbecue competition with 12 teams has become a 44-year tradition with more than 100 teams showing up and showing out at the Great Lenexa BBQ Battle.
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The Executive Residence is exempt from rules that require federal agencies to solicit competitive bids and from disclosing details from the public, according to the Post.
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Charles reveals tax bill By law, the British king is not obliged to pay income, capital gains or inheritance tax, but Charles, like his mother did after 1993, has voluntarily done so without disclosing the amounts.
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Though better known as an Oscar-winning actor, Brody has recently gained attention as a painter, exhibiting artworks that riff on work by artists such as Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and more.
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Brown has matured nicely in the role, exhibiting a newfound steeliness and steadily increasing comic chops.
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Officials have not reported discovering caches containing cash, gold or weapons and have not publicly commented on the broader allegations.
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The findings also demonstrate the incredible observing power of the JWST and how the $10 billion space telescope is still discovering things no other instrument can.
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With some flashing lights, this thing flying around in the sky would cause quite a commotion.
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The kart base is fitted with a Lego nose, sidepods and rear wing, as well as functioning flashing lights on the rear of the kart that can be used in the rain.
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