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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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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
Short, punchy exchanges can create a sense of urgency or conflict, while longer monologues can slow things down for moments of reflection or exposition.
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Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024
Everyone knows each other but their minimal history is relegated entirely to exposition.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 10 Oct. 2024
In an unorthodox move, the lawsuit’s introduction is written in the style of dramatic exposition:
Betrayals are always sinister, but the closer the betrayer, the greater the evil.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
Arizona's first state fair was held in late 1800s
The first state fairs were called expositions and celebrated the state's agricultural bounty.
—Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 20 Sep. 2024
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Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024
Everyone knows each other but their minimal history is relegated entirely to exposition.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 10 Oct. 2024
In an unorthodox move, the lawsuit’s introduction is written in the style of dramatic exposition:
Betrayals are always sinister, but the closer the betrayer, the greater the evil.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
Arizona's first state fair was held in late 1800s
The first state fairs were called expositions and celebrated the state's agricultural bounty.
—Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 20 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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This particularly came into the spotlight two years ago, when a one-of-a-kind exhibit landed in New York City.Andrea Bossi, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
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In 2022, alongside luminary directors, Martin Scorsese, Tom Ford, Chloe Zhao and Julie Dash, Radha was invited by The Met Costume Institute to reimagine one of its period rooms for the ‘In America’ exhibit.Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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Following a heated presidential contest, political coverage and commentary can feel unavoidable.Vox Staff, Vox, 6 Nov. 2024
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Throughout Election Day and well into the night, New Yorker reporters and columnists will provide news coverage and commentary on our live blog.The New Yorker, The New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2024
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Godot provides extensive documentation with clear explanations for even its most confusing concepts.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Of course, pre-album hype isn’t a complete explanation; Chromakopia ultimately lived up to the hype, ensuring that its consumption numbers didn’t dramatically taper off as the tracking week continued.Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
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The In Full Colour: Dale Chihuly exhibition, is carefully set within the lush rainforest environment of the Botanical Garden’s Bicentennial Conservatory, and gives visitors an up-close and personal look at Chihuly's creations.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The new exhibition focuses on the brief stretch of time before the Black Death took hold.Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024
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Sign up for the Broncos Insider to get all our NFL analysis.Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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The filing also includes management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations, as well as details on the Trust's controls and procedures.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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That interpretation reached something of a tipping point with the September 30 death of Creel, one of Broadway’s most popular leading men of musicals and much beloved for his LGBTQ+ activism.Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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Kardashian’s modern interpretation of the historic piece included layering it with pearl necklaces and completing the look with an ivory cape-style coat.Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 3 Nov. 2024
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The decrease is attributed to lower global demand for interactive flat panel displays.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Lots of Tools for Artists and Designers With higher-resolution displays becoming more common, your old images sometimes might not be good enough anymore.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Shand’s attorney’s did not return calls seeking comment.Ryan J. Foley, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
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Mah did not respond to this news organization’s request for comment.Molly Gibbs, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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