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as in exhibits
a public showing of objects of interest
an exposition of flying machines from the early days of aviation
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as in analyses
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 explanations
a statement that makes something clear
the astronomer's exposition of white dwarfs was a little helpful
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Recent Examples of expositions
Their displacement, whether to touristed shorelines, museums, or expositions, effaced much of their meaning.
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Glenn Adamson,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
Iowa State Fair — Mid-August The Iowa State Fair in Des Moines pulls in more than a million people each year and is one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the country.
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Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
In a fit of rage over the expositions made in Lexi's play, Nate drives to a warehouse where Cal drinks with a few of his orgy partners.
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Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Apr. 2026
His firm’s work has been featured at numerous international expositions, including the French Pavilion at the Osaka Expo (World’s Fair) in 2025.
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Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
6 Feb. 2026
Businessman and philanthropist Joe Freeman began the movement that led to the construction of a county coliseum where livestock expositions and agricultural shows could be held.
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Melissa Renteria,
San Antonio Express-News,
1 Feb. 2026
For emerging Japan, world’s fairs and expositions presented a tremendous opportunity.
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Rebecca Corbett,
The Conversation,
3 Sep. 2025
Glenn Adamson,
Artforum,
2 May 2026
Iowa State Fair — Mid-August The Iowa State Fair in Des Moines pulls in more than a million people each year and is one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the country.
—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
In a fit of rage over the expositions made in Lexi's play, Nate drives to a warehouse where Cal drinks with a few of his orgy partners.
—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Apr. 2026
His firm’s work has been featured at numerous international expositions, including the French Pavilion at the Osaka Expo (World’s Fair) in 2025.
—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
6 Feb. 2026
Businessman and philanthropist Joe Freeman began the movement that led to the construction of a county coliseum where livestock expositions and agricultural shows could be held.
—
Melissa Renteria,
San Antonio Express-News,
1 Feb. 2026
For emerging Japan, world’s fairs and expositions presented a tremendous opportunity.
—
Rebecca Corbett,
The Conversation,
3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expositions
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Meanwhile, companies and government agencies like YouTube, Harley-Davidson, Meta and NASA will also have exhibits at the fair.
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With more than 50 exhibits in the show, it’s bound to be a far-out adventure.
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Later analyses found the participants in the study were older than most women starting hormone replacement therapy and the risks of taking it were overstated.
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After a public hearing, board members of the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority at their Friday meeting gave final approval to the increase, following a fare hike process — which included impact analyses and public comments — that started in January.
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Without literal explanations, readers must pay close attention to Smith’s artwork in each panel to follow Weapon X’s story.
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The repo man’s job is not to accept the handoff of a phone, or to engage explanations.
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The gallery, currently headed by former Royal Academy director of exhibitions, Kathleen Soriano, sits directly on the seafront in Hastings, overlooking the English Channel.
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The week-long extravaganza is open to seasoned collectors, newbies, and everyone in between, offering up exhibitions, interactive workshops, and other events across the city center.
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Over the years, through the Sports Huddle and other venues, Andelman participated in some 13,000 radio broadcasts and over 1,200 television commentaries on channels 5 and 7 as well.
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Pastors normally take hours a week to examine the original language for their text, consult commentaries, develop illustrations and examples, and deliberate about practical applications.
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Artists Amanda Valdes and Atomik transformed a 1979 Chevrolet Corvette in front of a live audience with their personal style and interpretations.
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Modern interpretations, however, feel fresh and fashion-forward—making this summer floral anything but a throwback.
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Ashura processions are usually dramatic affairs, with chanters singing elegies or dirges dedicated to Hussein, while audience members beat their chests and engage in displays of mourning.
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He was substituted again against the Italians, with his game in total contrast to that of Rossi’s, who delivered one of the greatest individual displays in the World Cup’s history.
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Interviewers often leave meetings with random observations scribbled on a notepad.
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The comic was partially inspired by Tamaki’s observations of students during teaching at the New York City School of Visual Arts, or just small frustrations.
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“Expositions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expositions. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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