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 This is the man who’s going to give the exposition explaining what the general American public feels about these guys. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2026 The contestants’ individual interviews with Alan at the beginning of the season aren’t just exposition for viewers; they’re actually used by the producers to determine who the first Traitors should be. — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2026 The 2026 lineup leans into several trends, with women telling personal stories in their own voices, animation arriving with what Tasveer described as real force, and filmmakers increasingly favoring images over exposition. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026 The exposition The Mets dropped two of three in the Bronx over the weekend. — Tim Britton, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exposition

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Noun

Almendariz and her daughter, Christina, are working to preserve both through traditional tule practices and an exhibit highlighting the relationship between Native communities and California's wetlands.

— Conor McGill, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026
Among other efforts, the museum recently broke ground on Wonder Works, an auxiliary building where exhibits can be both created and repaired for the museum.

— Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of exhibit

Noun

Councilmember Lisa Kaplan, who is Jewish, publicly blasted Vang’s fundraiser with Piker, citing his history of commentary that critics including the Anti-Defamation League have called antisemitic and misogynistic.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 1 Nov. 2026
Considering Intel's guidance on the worsening PC slowdown, commentary on current-quarter demand will carry more weight than the September-quarter results.

— Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of commentary

Noun

The results offer another explanation for the sustainability value-behavior gap, the disconnect between consumers’ environmental priorities and their purchasing decisions.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
In truth, while these factors all play a part in shaping policy, the real explanation is far simpler.

— Oliver Melton, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of explanation

Noun

Included in the exhibition are four portraits of Roman emperors whose statues once stood at Boubon’s Sebasteion, a monumental display dedicated to the Roman imperial family, notes Tech Times.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 4 Nov. 2026
The new collection will be presented in Paris during the menswear fashion week in January, alongside a broader cultural program encompassing an exhibition and music.

— Luke Leitch, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of exhibition

Noun

Multiple speakers, including some with family members in the cemetery, cited a Washington Post analysis that the arch would cast shadows on thousands of graves.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2026
Then this year, Microsoft — a key player in the carbon dioxide removal market — dramatically cut its investment in the sector, according to a Bloomberg analysis.

— Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of analysis

Noun

Concurrent with these updates, ZDHC published a PFAS position paper and practical interpretations, which reinforces the organization’s position against the intentional use of the substances in the textile, apparel, leather and footwear supply chain.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Given some of the uncertainty that can result as social media discussions make spot interpretations of data, producers expect to use new graphics and standards to make races easier to understand.

— Brian Steinberg, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of interpretation

Noun

Investigators found in a closet dozens of Louis Vuitton handbags lining the top shelf, many pairs of Christian Louboutin boots and a display case full of handbags made of exotic furs.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Items including flan and cheese cake in front display case and guacamole, rice and cheese dip in walk-in cooler lacking date mark.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026

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