1
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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2
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
Is that a conversation that is likely to take place or is that exposition for the benefit of the audience?
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Maria Fontoura, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2025
In fact, the apparent back-and-forth between the patently obvious and the perversely obscure may be an appropriate technique for a book that is, after all, a prolonged exposition of the hidden logic of the most evident feature of our social world, namely that everything is for sale.
—Benjamin Kunkel, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
The plot veers through various sidetracking convolutions and there is more exposition than necessary tied to supplementary characters.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 17 Mar. 2025
Working mostly in grand scale, in estates in Palm Beach or tropical getaways in the Bahamas or hotels like the Four Seasons Surfside in Miami, Fernando’s gardens are expositions on order, balance and harmony.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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Maria Fontoura, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2025
In fact, the apparent back-and-forth between the patently obvious and the perversely obscure may be an appropriate technique for a book that is, after all, a prolonged exposition of the hidden logic of the most evident feature of our social world, namely that everything is for sale.
—Benjamin Kunkel, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
The plot veers through various sidetracking convolutions and there is more exposition than necessary tied to supplementary characters.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 17 Mar. 2025
Working mostly in grand scale, in estates in Palm Beach or tropical getaways in the Bahamas or hotels like the Four Seasons Surfside in Miami, Fernando’s gardens are expositions on order, balance and harmony.
—Blue Carreon, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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The addition to the west will not only include exhibit space, but a new restaurant and theater space whose views open to the south lawn.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2025
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Asawa’s own words posted throughout the exhibit reflect the simplicity of her genius.—
Robert Taylor,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Sign up for my newsletter for more reviews and commentary on entertainment and culture.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Whatever might be inferred from these changes, her findings are now cited in commentary about the Gospel of John and have inspired a lively debate in current scholarship.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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After a brief explanation of the challenge and its purpose, the group will hike in Lyonia Preserve and submit photos that will be used to document the biodiversity of Volusia County.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 Apr. 2025
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The company didn’t offer a clear explanation, but noted that much has changed since Google first announced its plan to phase out cookies in 2019.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
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The exhibitions for Sotheby’s Modern and Contemporary sales open May 2 and run through May 15 at the house’s York Avenue galleries.—
Daniel Cassady for ARTnews,
Robb Report,
26 Apr. 2025
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The exhibition, which opens tonight, is on view through June 21.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Student loan delinquency rates spiked once monthly payments resumed – one analysis found roughly 9 million borrowers fell behind on their debt within months of payments restarting.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Sign up for the Avalanche Insider to get all our NHL analysis.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
22 Apr. 2025
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Once hypothesized as a jellyfish, fungus or even a giant protist, science now favors an animal interpretation.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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In Vogue's interpretation of the Met's production, which opens December 14, Hansel and Gretel are played by actor Andrew Garfield and model Lily Cole.—
Hamish Bowles,
Vogue,
13 Apr. 2025
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The crowd roared its approval Monday evening when Boise Mayor Lauren McLean’s decision to continue to fly a Pride flag outside of Boise’s City Hall was alluded to, despite another new Idaho law banning such a display.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
15 Apr. 2025
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Jason Tindall, the assistant head coach who filled in for Howe on the touchline, was right to say the display would have brought a smile to the face of their absent leader.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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An attorney for the university didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment; CNN has reached out to the Treasury Department, of which the IRS is a bureau, for comment.—
Kara Scannell, Lauren del Valle and Jeff Winter,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2025
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Immigrant women describe 'hell on earth' in ICE detention The Trump administration did not immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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