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 real-time feel of Adolescence means there are no flashbacks or exposition, and the audience learns everything just as the investigators and Jamie's family do.
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Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
The 89-minute running time doesn’t allow much exposition, and in fact the opening sequence shows a veterinarian coming to treat a sickly Ben before having his face viciously torn off.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2026
There’s exposition when necessary; otherwise, the writers trust the intelligence of their audience, which feels rare nowadays.
—Jack King, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2026
The action sequences resemble previous set pieces, and much of the dialogue amounts to exposition.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 26 Dec. 2025
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Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
The 89-minute running time doesn’t allow much exposition, and in fact the opening sequence shows a veterinarian coming to treat a sickly Ben before having his face viciously torn off.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2026
There’s exposition when necessary; otherwise, the writers trust the intelligence of their audience, which feels rare nowadays.
—Jack King, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2026
The action sequences resemble previous set pieces, and much of the dialogue amounts to exposition.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 26 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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Cinematic montage — pioneered by Sergei Eisenstein and reinvented by Jean-Luc Godard — becomes an organizing principle of the exhibit, as artworks compete for attention.—
Will Fenstermaker,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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His declarations and executive orders have led to the dismantling of slavery exhibits, the restoration of Confederate statues and other moves that civil rights advocates say could reverse decades of social progress.—
Reuters
Wire Service,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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While this moment might offer a commentary on the weird plenty of the marketplace, Anna senses her father is lost an increasing haze and intervenes.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Analysts have cited Night of the Living Dead as a subversive commentary on the Vietnam War, which was raging at the time of the film's release.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Jan. 2026
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But Payton can no longer live in the past as an explanation for his role in the future.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
1 Feb. 2026
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There's just no other explanation.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Feb. 2026
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The first phase, which will be funded using the 2026 STAR bond issuance, will include 390,000 square-feet and 1,540 stalls of barn and exhibition space.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 Jan. 2026
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Of the other eight films in Variety’s selection, six are first solo feature debuts, reflecting Guadalajara’s status as a key platform for the exhibition and international promotion of new voices.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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According to a 2025 market analysis conducted by OfferUp, a mobile marketplace app, 69% of shoppers turn to secondhand when the economy gets shaky.—
Mari Sato The Dallas Morning News,
Arkansas Online,
1 Feb. 2026
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Such an analysis would examine park-wide parking capacity, neighborhood spillover, seasonal and weekend use, and coordination with transit and shuttle operations.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
31 Jan. 2026
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She's also reached out to sheriffs across the country and to former federal prosecutors to reconcile conflicting legal interpretations, acting as a behind-the-scenes conduit for change.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Designers across the board leaned into the look—Tory Burch, Miu Miu, Prada, and Bottega Veneta each offered their own interpretation of the bookish aesthetic.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
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The couple's chemistry is on full display in the Super Bowl commercial, which will also air during the Olympics throughout the month of February.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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This set will make for an eye-catching display in your home, and a fun one for guests to play with.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
4 Feb. 2026
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The government did not reply to CNN’s request for comment on the timing of Singh’s paroles.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Fox News Digital reached out to Ferguson’s representative for comment.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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