1
as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
an exposition of flying machines from the early days of aviation
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2
as in commentary
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
the nonstop exposition of the ceremonies by the TV newscasters was both unnecessary and irritating
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as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
the astronomer's exposition of white dwarfs was a little helpful
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Recent Examples of exposition
Having set aside the international exposition, the commission now proposed to build Bicentennial Parks in all fifty states.
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Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
The third annual exposition in 1972 was a huge financial and publicity success.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
Sponsored exclusively by the Sentinel, the exposition’s primary purpose was to promote interest in Wisconsin travel and encourage both men and women to take greater advantage of the sports and vacation facilities available in this state.
—Elaine Rewolinski, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Brother Giulio Cesareo, spokesman for the Franciscans in Assisi, said the exposition wasn’t a macabre celebration of the dead.
—ABC News, 22 Feb. 2026
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Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
The third annual exposition in 1972 was a huge financial and publicity success.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
Sponsored exclusively by the Sentinel, the exposition’s primary purpose was to promote interest in Wisconsin travel and encourage both men and women to take greater advantage of the sports and vacation facilities available in this state.
—Elaine Rewolinski, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Brother Giulio Cesareo, spokesman for the Franciscans in Assisi, said the exposition wasn’t a macabre celebration of the dead.
—ABC News, 22 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
Noun
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Installations and special exhibits like a holiday light show further the wow factor.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
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Upcoming collaboration with the Nelson Atkins Otero is also working on a collaboration with the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art for its new art exhibit featuring Czech artist Alphonse Mucha and the spirit of art nouveau.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee
Updated March 23,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2026
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It has also been viewed by many as an allegorical commentary on first century Christianity and Rome, and has been seen as an impending apocalyptic prophecy by generations ever since.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
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They are socialized in a world of makeup tutorials, fashion magazines, and objectifying advertisements—not to mention feminist commentary and pop songs about rejecting or healthily navigating image standards.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
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Willick was not convinced by this explanation, noting that many graphic and upsetting stories had been shared from the bimah in the past two and a half years—stories about violence perpetrated by Hamas.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Braves manager Walt Weiss came out of the home dugout for an explanation.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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The exhibition is free and will remain open through the end of the year, serving as a reminder that traces of the nation's founding history remain embedded throughout Brooklyn.—
Hannah Kliger,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The exhibition pairs their work together, showing the value of shocking style in a moment of conservatism.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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Team owners, of course, reject this kind of analysis.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
29 Mar. 2026
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Wellness screenings offer a non-invasive analysis of each guest’s key biomarkers to understand individual needs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Evasive about how his work should read, Balanchine did not certify an interpretation of this splendor.—
Guillermo Perez,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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Attorneys for the city and the organizers shared conflicting interpretations on how the data center tax breaks should be classified.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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Beta version — data is collected for AJC journalism only and will not power a public wait time display at this time.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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The display far surpassed the previous benchmark of 500 sandwiches.—
Tassanee Vejpongsa,
Fortune,
25 Mar. 2026
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Requests for comment from key figures have largely gone unanswered.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Efforts to reach Celina ISD for comment on the latest developments have been unsuccessful.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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