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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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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
The paintings were loaned out for the 1929 exposition and never returned.
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Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 26 May 2026
Of course, the pivotal thing was to create an inciting incident that propels the story without clunky exposition.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 23 May 2026
There’s also loads of exposition, with the characters patiently explaining what’s happening to each other so that viewers scrolling through their phones at home will be able to keep up.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
This exposition will make our region a global epicenter for engaging with the most important sustainability issue of our time, care for the health of the global ecosystem.
—Mark Vanderschaaf, Twin Cities, 18 May 2026
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Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 26 May 2026
Of course, the pivotal thing was to create an inciting incident that propels the story without clunky exposition.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 23 May 2026
There’s also loads of exposition, with the characters patiently explaining what’s happening to each other so that viewers scrolling through their phones at home will be able to keep up.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
This exposition will make our region a global epicenter for engaging with the most important sustainability issue of our time, care for the health of the global ecosystem.
—Mark Vanderschaaf, Twin Cities, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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The Chiefs Hall of Honor on the second-level concourse contains the organization’s four Super Bowl trophies, memorabilia, exhibits and documents, and there is no admission to walk through history.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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The removal of the exhibit, which took place in January, was also challenged in a separate lawsuit filed by the city of Philadelphia.—
Deena Zaru,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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The Texas judge said his goal was to prevent outside commentary and public pressure from influencing the proceedings or the jury.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.—
Tom Reinsfelder,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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The explanation is easy and politically convenient.—
Teresa Ghilarducci,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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These pics need no explanation!—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Back in town, the Albuquerque Museum presents an excellent special exhibition related to Route 66’s centennial through January 3, 2027.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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The payoff was a bevy of remarkable oil and pencil sketches (a stunning oil study can be seen in the Olana exhibition) as well as paintings.—
Susan Tallman,
The Atlantic,
13 June 2026
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Electra’s analysis found that the configuration could deliver up to a 17 percent efficiency improvement beyond gains expected by 2050 from advanced structures, engine technologies, and aerodynamic improvements.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.—
Tom Reinsfelder,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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Williams, who was sponsored by Puma at the time, wore an interpretation of the shirt at the French Open that year, complete with long, football-style yellow socks.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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The Dior store, located at 650 West 41st Avenue, has an exterior with a distinctive, elegant white marble facade in six finishes, which is enhanced by a graphic interpretation of cannage.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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The Frenchman’s brace put his full skillset on display – the first coming off a diagonal run through the box and a first-time shot that went to the left and rolled past Senegal keeper Eduard Mendy.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Fans wearing jerseys of all teams strolled through to take in the displays and snap selfies.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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Fox News Digital has reached out to Hochul's office and the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office for comment.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Michael Hestrin did not immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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