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as in orientations
the state or fact of facing a particular direction
this plant will need to be in a room with a southern exposure
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as in disclosures
the act or an instance of making known something previously unknown or concealed
the exposure by the local newspaper of a kickback scheme in the public works department
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Recent Examples of exposures
The wildfire was quickly upgraded to second-alarm as crews raced to protect nearby properties and other possible exposures.
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Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 15 June 2026
While small amounts hidden in seasonings or spice rubs are less likely to cause serious illness, larger exposures, such as a dog eating raw onions or a whole head of garlic, can be dangerous.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
The bedroom has dual exposures and is also quite spacious.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 15 June 2026
While some studies show higher levels of heavy metals in children with autism, researchers have not proven that these exposures cause the condition, and results vary greatly depending on factors like geography, testing methods and study design.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 12 June 2026
High temperatures and heat exposures pose risks for vulnerable groups that might not be able to adjust to the spike in temperatures, such as children, older adults and those with chronic medical conditions.
—Nicole Pilsbury, Baltimore Sun, 11 June 2026
As spacecraft vibrate, even a tiny nudge between exposures can completely blur delicate solar data.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
There has been no increase in the severity of poisoning, despite the increase in exposures, with no major effects reported in 2025, per the report.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Americans with high-risk Ebola exposures will be able to access experimental therapy, federal health officials confirmed yesterday.
—O. Rose Broderick, STAT, 5 June 2026
Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 15 June 2026
While small amounts hidden in seasonings or spice rubs are less likely to cause serious illness, larger exposures, such as a dog eating raw onions or a whole head of garlic, can be dangerous.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
The bedroom has dual exposures and is also quite spacious.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 15 June 2026
While some studies show higher levels of heavy metals in children with autism, researchers have not proven that these exposures cause the condition, and results vary greatly depending on factors like geography, testing methods and study design.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 12 June 2026
High temperatures and heat exposures pose risks for vulnerable groups that might not be able to adjust to the spike in temperatures, such as children, older adults and those with chronic medical conditions.
—Nicole Pilsbury, Baltimore Sun, 11 June 2026
As spacecraft vibrate, even a tiny nudge between exposures can completely blur delicate solar data.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
There has been no increase in the severity of poisoning, despite the increase in exposures, with no major effects reported in 2025, per the report.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
Americans with high-risk Ebola exposures will be able to access experimental therapy, federal health officials confirmed yesterday.
—O. Rose Broderick, STAT, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposures
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The event features a striking diversity of body shapes, ages, complexions, backgrounds, orientations, gender expressions and body art, all made equal under the Florida sun (slightly overcast this year) by their status as golden geese for the fan platforms.—
Gustavo Turner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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Religious practitioners may also regard nonheterosexual orientations or non-cisgender identities as immoral or otherwise inconsistent with their religious beliefs.—
Britannica Editors,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
10 June 2026
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Silicon Data’s benchmarks have already begun appearing in high-profile corporate disclosures.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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Audiences watching the movie can expect cathartic release in light of these nauseating disclosures.—
Andy Crump,
IndieWire,
15 June 2026
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In reality, Lewis says, men have a deep, wide range of feeling that encompasses both traditionally masculine and traditionally feminine aspects.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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However, arriving at that conclusion required revisiting one of the most uncertain aspects of the sun’s future evolution.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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“Exposures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposures. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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