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as in exhibit
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 display
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 exhibition
When innovation flourishes so does a desire for design, as evidenced by the success of the Atlanta Design Festival, which launched in 2007 and brings exhibitions, expert panels, and architecture tours to the community.
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Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Festival kicks off in Eatonville in late January with an art exhibition opening at the Hurston Museum and a three-day academic conference followed by an outdoor arts festival.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 16 Jan. 2025
What began as a community studio workshop in 1936 has expanded over the decades to include classes and ambitious special programs and exhibitions.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025
The Breda panopticon was acquired by Being and VDD Project Development and is set to open in 2028 as an exhibition space for audio-visual projects.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Festival kicks off in Eatonville in late January with an art exhibition opening at the Hurston Museum and a three-day academic conference followed by an outdoor arts festival.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 16 Jan. 2025
What began as a community studio workshop in 1936 has expanded over the decades to include classes and ambitious special programs and exhibitions.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025
The Breda panopticon was acquired by Being and VDD Project Development and is set to open in 2028 as an exhibition space for audio-visual projects.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibition
Noun
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The exhibit also provides an intimate look at how the writer struggled with class restrictions during the Regency period.—
Cat Sposato,
AFAR Media,
17 Jan. 2025
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The site, which documents the legacy of slavery in America, uses first-person narratives, art, educational exhibits, and interactive media to tell a comprehensive story.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2025
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Speaking of the display, it is used to control pretty much everything.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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One display highlights the work of Anderson Feijó, assistant curator of mammals at the Field, whose research found that there are five different species of South American pampas cats, rather than only one — a discovery that has prompted several conservation initiatives.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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The victory was more than just a bracing demonstration of athletic power.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes,
25 Jan. 2025
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Though the rover won't be aboard, the mission will take place as a flight demonstration of the Astrobotic lander and its engines, NASA says.—
George Petras,
USA TODAY,
25 Jan. 2025
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The winner goes on to the Super Bowl on February 9. Who will perform in the Super Bowl Halftime show?—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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During an interview on the Willie D. Live YouTube show Nelly framed his choice as support of the office of President rather than Trump himself.—
Kizzy Cox,
Essence,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Exhibition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibition. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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