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
The exposition The Mets couldn’t finish off a sweep of the Pirates, dropping Sunday’s finale in extra innings.
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Tim Britton, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026
Cat's lack of understanding (and common sense) is the jumping-off point for a ton of jokes, but also serves as a great vehicle for exposition, as the other boys from the Dwarf explain events to the loveable fool.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 Mar. 2026
As with finding a title for a novel or story, if no great option presents itself, the goal with exposition should be to do as little damage as possible.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Planning continues for Expo 2031 — the first international horticultural exposition ever held in the United States — as officials announced the outline and vision for the signature pavilion of the event.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 13 Mar. 2026
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Tim Britton, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026
Cat's lack of understanding (and common sense) is the jumping-off point for a ton of jokes, but also serves as a great vehicle for exposition, as the other boys from the Dwarf explain events to the loveable fool.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 Mar. 2026
As with finding a title for a novel or story, if no great option presents itself, the goal with exposition should be to do as little damage as possible.
—Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026
Planning continues for Expo 2031 — the first international horticultural exposition ever held in the United States — as officials announced the outline and vision for the signature pavilion of the event.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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The rare Picasso exhibit ran for 14 weeks, drawing nearly 70,000 visitors to the Mint from 98 of North Carolinas 100 counties, all 50 states and from 40 countries.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026
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When open, the museum will showcase various aviation artifacts and exhibits, and more than 40 military airplanes and helicopters.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
14 Apr. 2026
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Ann Dowd’s Aunt Lydia is the only returning character; whether there will be a returning audience for Handmaid’s style of political commentary is yet to be seen.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
10 Apr. 2026
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White supremacist Nick Fuentes, in a video, praised the post while using a racist epithet in his commentary.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2026
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Observers have put forth several explanations for her approach.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Experts point to several possible explanations, including the overdose-reversing drug naloxone being more widely available and the expansion of addiction treatment.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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As one of the world’s preeminent art museums, the Prado hosts rotating exhibitions that always draw acclaim.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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This exhibition is included with garden admission.—
Kristine Sorensen,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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To blame the state for global economic shifts is a convenient political narrative, but a poor economic analysis.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Get the facts behind the news, plus analysis from multiple perspectives.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
11 Apr. 2026
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However, public access to this information—and the accountability that comes with it—vary widely depending on state public records laws and institutional interpretation thereof.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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According to the marque, its designers listened to the actual songs of the model’s namesake bird and then made a creative interpretation of the sound waves.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
14 Apr. 2026
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Adding to his military exhibit, Crazy Horse display and gallery of unique oddities.—
John Lauritsen,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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This was on full display in Tuesday night’s 2-1 loss to the Dodgers when Alex Vesia struck out the side to pick up the save in the ninth, throwing only 10 pitches, with the Mets swinging at seven of them.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The owners could not immediately be reached for comment Thursday.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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His representatives have not responded to multiple previous requests from The Associated Press for comment on the case.—
Andrew Dalton,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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