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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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
So we are left to our imagination, with a little exposition to fill in the blanks.
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Erik Kain, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
And while the mechanics of that don’t precisely make sense, some emotional exposition helps: turns out, the people of Motunui used to be connected to many other islands, cultures, and communities, but an evil and vengeful god sank the island that served as the mystical channel between them all.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2024
News clips and contemporary interviews provide just enough exposition to understand the cultural context, but never get in the way of the magic.
—Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Anyway, this is all exposition for what struck me about the scene, which is how delightful the real estate office feels.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 25 Dec. 2024
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Erik Kain, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
And while the mechanics of that don’t precisely make sense, some emotional exposition helps: turns out, the people of Motunui used to be connected to many other islands, cultures, and communities, but an evil and vengeful god sank the island that served as the mystical channel between them all.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2024
News clips and contemporary interviews provide just enough exposition to understand the cultural context, but never get in the way of the magic.
—Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Anyway, this is all exposition for what struck me about the scene, which is how delightful the real estate office feels.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 25 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposition
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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 exhibit features 28 creators, including Asian, Black, Indigenous and Latino artists.—
Tasha Tsiaperas,
Axios,
15 Jan. 2025
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And Ichiro’s inclusion requires little commentary: simply one of the best to ever swing a bat.—
Eno Sarris,
The Athletic,
14 Jan. 2025
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Below are tasting notes on these rums and insightful commentary from Ian Burrell, an IWSC’s Spirits Judging Committee member and Chair of its Rum Panel on current rum industry trends.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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There were no noted dissents, although Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Neil Gorsuch gave their own explanations for why the law should be upheld.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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Lynch leaves behind a body of work that defies explanation yet demands exploration, ensuring audiences will return to them again and again, captivated and confounded.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The work would garner him first prize at the Audubon Artists exhibition in 1946, a recognition that propelled his career.—
Patrick Salland,
Kansas City Star,
20 Jan. 2025
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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.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Jan. 2025
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Beyond Brady’s analysis of Johnson and the Lions, what will this year’s divisional round bring as far as viewer interest?—
Richard Deitsch,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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The Bottom Line is a business analysis column written by Evan Clark, deputy managing editor, who has covered the fashion industry since 2000.—
Evan Clark,
WWD,
16 Jan. 2025
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Aamir’s sculptures fuse scientific reality with interpretations created by her imagination.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Their interpretation of the espresso martini looks to Mexico.—
Christina Liao,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Sheriff's wife, Allison, was right, the display is a lie.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
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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Newsweek has reached out to the White House for comment.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Connor did not immediately respond for comment this week.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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