Thesaurus results for EXPOSITION

exposition

noun

ˌek-spə-ˈzi-shən

Definition of exposition

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 So why not put something ridiculous or funny in the background, even during a scene that’s only there to move the exposition forward? — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 20 June 2026 But there was no kissing or tickling last night—no exposition of the artful ways that one can sneakily overtake an opponent through charm or surprise. — Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026 The exposition The Mets took the rubber game in San Diego on Sunday for a 3-3 road trip out west. — Tim Britton, New York Times, 8 June 2026 Excessive exposition in horror can diminish the mystery and terror that allow an unsettling idea to linger in the audience’s mind long after the story ends. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for exposition

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Noun

Nineteen cannons discovered at the bottom of the Savannah River were unveiled Thursday as a part of a new exhibit at the Savannah History Museum.

— Amy Galo, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
Public spaces present exhibits that immerse you in the nostalgia of the Golden Age of air travel.

— Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Definition of exhibit

Noun

The platform has featured traditional adverts for bets, but CazéTV’s commentators have also promoted betting during the games, blending advertising with commentary of the action on the pitch.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026
At once pugnaciously combative and unreservedly sentimental, Landon chose to take the series out with a commentary on class revolt.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 3 July 2026

Definition of commentary

Noun

Guthrie has now missed two days of hosting the show in a row without any explanation, which has people wondering if something has happened in the investigation.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 9 July 2026
Here, perhaps, is a truer explanation for the relentless invention and questing that just happens to result in their ecstatic calibrations of noise.

— Laura Snapes, Pitchfork, 9 July 2026

Definition of explanation

Noun

The exhibition coincides with Oyer’s fifth portrait book release, which features selections from his extensive archive.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
The exhibition comes about two years after Brown began fully embracing her identity as a trans woman.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026

Definition of exhibition

Noun

The nation’s wealthiest suburb is Scarsdale, in New York’s leafy Westchester County, with an average household income of $612,591 in 2024, according to an analysis released June 1 by the personal finance site MoneyLion.

— Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Forensic analysis was able to match Childers' DNA to a profile in the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS).

— Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Definition of analysis

Noun

Ursuline maintains the conference has breached its constitution and bylaws in both substantive interpretation and adherence to procedural safeguards.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 6 July 2026
As a consequence of its sheer polyphonic complexity, Moby-Dick thwarts simple interpretation.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026

Definition of interpretation

Noun

The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for additional comment.

— Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
But many of the online comments show a hunger for local leaders who focus on everyday problems like filling potholes.

— Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 3 July 2026

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