as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
the pundit's comments were particularly revealing and exposed some of his more distasteful prejudices
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as in disclosing
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
at the end of the book, the detective reveals the identity of the mysterious stranger
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as in displaying
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
a habitual smirk that reveals his contempt for other people
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Recent Examples of revealing
Leia Mendoza, Variety, 27 Aug. 2025
In a revealing interview with Brown Bag Mornings on Los Angeles’ Power 106 FM, the conversation took a nostalgic turn as the music shared a candid memory, first touched on in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, but now brought to life in vivid detail.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
As part of the legal dispute between Priscilla and her former business partners, Brigitte Kruse and Kevin Fialko, a letter Keough wrote to her grandmother was made public, revealing a disagreement between the Daisy Jones & the Six star and her late mom.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Rysdahl spoke with Variety about his character’s growing fondness for The Lost Boys, the revealing argument between Arthur and his wife Dame Sylvia (Essie Davis) and how his college chemistry professor inspired Arthur’s ’70s attire.
—Leia Mendoza, Variety, 27 Aug. 2025
In a revealing interview with Brown Bag Mornings on Los Angeles’ Power 106 FM, the conversation took a nostalgic turn as the music shared a candid memory, first touched on in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, but now brought to life in vivid detail.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Verb
Your social life is getting an electric boost, revealing everything from unexpected news to a surprising influx of community affairs, compliments of Uranus.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
As part of the legal dispute between Priscilla and her former business partners, Brigitte Kruse and Kevin Fialko, a letter Keough wrote to her grandmother was made public, revealing a disagreement between the Daisy Jones & the Six star and her late mom.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revealing
Adjective
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The album cover, which was shared on Instagram, was immediately met with harsh criticism as many fans labeled the photograph of the singer on all fours with a man pulling her hair as suggestive.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Yes, the suggestive dance routines indicate Carpenter really studied Miley Cyrus’s Bangerz-era twerk heard round the world.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
3 Sep. 2025
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One official added that a few large pharmaceutical company CEOs have told the administration to take action on drug advertising, without disclosing the names of specific firms.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
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Walls and other economists’ research has shown that disclosing climate risks results in lower home prices, but that buyers are willing to pay more for safer properties.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Spier Arts Trust aims to make art accessible, so the farm acts as a platform for displaying art that the public can enjoy.—
Heather Richardson,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Sep. 2025
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This mindset encompasses perseverance, loyalty, embracing differences, displaying an openness to personal growth and strong conflict-resolution skills, including the willingness to seek help when necessary.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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For Macdonald, this most eloquent of memoirs emerged from the death of her father, photographer Alisdair MacDonald, aka Ali Mac.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
2 Sep. 2025
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This article also delved into networked projects, such as Andreas Raus’ eloquent and multifaceted Symphony for n Metronomes, released in partnership with Fakewhale Gallery, the platform’s equally dynamic curatorial branch.—
Ana María Caballero,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The body of an Arizona man missing since December 2023 was found in a vehicle submerged in Lake Powell, where declining water levels are uncovering areas that have been hidden under water.—
Austin Corona,
AZCentral.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Every day we’re given a new theme and then tasked with uncovering all the words on the grid that fit that theme, including a spangram that spans two sides of the board.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The semiconductor industry and the equipment that support that industry are showing robust continuous growth in most parts of the world supporting consumer, industrial and data center applications.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Investigators found notebooks filled with hate, violent thoughts and admiration for mass murderers, showing clear signs of deep mental instability.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Its stony soil and cool climate produce lower yields, but more expressive flavors, especially in chardonnay, pinot noir, and sparkling wines.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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While nostalgia—drawing people to the warmth, color, and the carefree spirit of the 1970s—certainly plays a role, leaning back into this style is also about creating spaces that feel personal, expressive, and welcoming.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Sep. 2025
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Inspectors cited the Sacramento pizzeria after discovering missing paper towels at the handwashing station near the walk-in cooler.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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This poor robot is discovering free will and decision paralysis.—
Rafael Motamayor,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Revealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revealing. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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