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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3
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
In these stretches, where characters painstakingly explain to one another their schemes or motivations or histories, the ratio of exposition to action can get frustratingly high.
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Judy Berman, Time, 19 Sep. 2025
The production, directed by Simon Godwin from a version by David Eldridge, takes a while to find itself, perhaps because Ibsen dumps exposition into an unbearably clunky first scene or because the play doesn’t introduce its heart, Hedvig, for nearly half an hour.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
Shipp is tasked with scolding her father and delivering leaden exposition.
—Esther Zuckerman, IndieWire, 11 Sep. 2025
By bypassing a lengthy exposition, we are thrown straight into the story and are either informed via the boys talking to each other while walking or by showing brief flashbacks.
—Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Judy Berman, Time, 19 Sep. 2025
The production, directed by Simon Godwin from a version by David Eldridge, takes a while to find itself, perhaps because Ibsen dumps exposition into an unbearably clunky first scene or because the play doesn’t introduce its heart, Hedvig, for nearly half an hour.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2025
Shipp is tasked with scolding her father and delivering leaden exposition.
—Esther Zuckerman, IndieWire, 11 Sep. 2025
By bypassing a lengthy exposition, we are thrown straight into the story and are either informed via the boys talking to each other while walking or by showing brief flashbacks.
—Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
Noun
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The canopy bed was a relic reserved for The Met’s Decorative Arts exhibits.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
15 Oct. 2025
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Applicants must demonstrate a consistent record of creative production or sales, such as taking part in art fairs, markets, exhibits or online sales.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
15 Oct. 2025
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Dig deep and sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free Survivor Weekly newsletter to have all the latest news, interviews, and commentary sent right to your inbox.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Oct. 2025
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Media commentary with a side of snark?—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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To the uninitiated, this explanation might seem a little… off-kilter.—
James Factora,
Them.,
21 Oct. 2025
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Aircraft, ammunition belts, bolts of fabric, mine-working, kilt-making, cement-mixing, nuns, saris and American football have all been marshaled as explanations.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Oct. 2025
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The exhibition also featured Graffiti Truck, a piece made in collaboration with volunteers from different areas in the city.—
Antonio Sergio Bessa,
Curbed,
20 Oct. 2025
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The new Little River location will include three screening rooms, two flexible exhibition rooms, an art gallery, a lounge and a café.—
Edda Leon,
Miami Herald,
20 Oct. 2025
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Our proprietary technology combines geospatial analysis, artificial intelligence, and data science to identify rural properties with high potential both for environmental preservation and for deforestation risk.—
Tarciana Medeiros,
Fortune,
17 Oct. 2025
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The global shipping industry is responsible for around 3% of global planet-heating pollution annually, a figure that could rise to 17% by 2050 if no action is taken, according to a 2018 European Parliament analysis.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
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What surprised Chong was how Wei’s interpretation added unexpected depth to the character.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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For example, being able to reproduce data and always staying open to new interpretations.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Oct. 2025
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The patience and sense of calm Tucker displays in the batter’s box will also serve him well as a free agent.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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In a statement shared with CNN, the airport said a third party accessed both its flight information display screens and public address system.—
Martin Goillandeau,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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Inaba and Hough offered each other conciliatory smiles before the remaining judges carried on with their comments.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
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Those comments came just three days after Benito was announced as this year’s performer.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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