exhibitions

plural of exhibition
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as in exhibits
a public showing of objects of interest an exhibition of valuable and fascinating artifacts from a recovered pirate ship

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as in displays
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect for the benefit of the crowd, the professional wrestler made a great exhibition of ferocity

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Recent Examples of exhibitions These European art exhibitions are worth traveling for. Ian Prasad Philbrick, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025 The Pavilion also hosts various events, from art exhibitions to performances and concerts. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025 Houses museum’s office space and archives, hosts exhibitions and special events. Roger Showley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2025

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“Exhibitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibitions. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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