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as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
a display of paintings by masters of French Impressionism
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as in demonstration
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
a display of sympathy that was totally phony
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as in to exhibit
to present so as to invite notice or attention
display the best items at the front of the showcase
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as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
an actress who can display a great range of emotion
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Recent Examples of display
Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 20 May 2025
Meta and Luxottica in 2023 launched the second edition of their smart glasses, and the two companies are set to roll out a third generation of the glasses with a small display, CNBC previously reported.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 20 May 2025
Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 19 May 2025
The film around him displays similarly little interest in forcing the matter, even after Mike is released from jail — now sober for seven months — and lands a job as a cook at a low-rent hotel on the outskirts of town.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 17 May 2025
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Noun
Due to its delicate nature, this wreath is best for indoor display—maybe as a statement piece in a gallery wall or surrounding an otherwise drab fruit bowl.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 20 May 2025
Meta and Luxottica in 2023 launched the second edition of their smart glasses, and the two companies are set to roll out a third generation of the glasses with a small display, CNBC previously reported.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 20 May 2025
Verb
What is a foreign start to a Grand Tour supposed to display?
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 19 May 2025
The film around him displays similarly little interest in forcing the matter, even after Mike is released from jail — now sober for seven months — and lands a job as a cook at a low-rent hotel on the outskirts of town.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for display
Noun
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The mountain’s storied past is detailed via interactive exhibits in the stylish Dr. T.W. Hardison Visitor Center, opened in 2021.—
Jack Schnedler,
Arkansas Online,
19 May 2025
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Interactive sports exhibit The California Science Center next to the Coliseum has opened a free interactive sports exhibit that will stay open through the 2028 Olympic Games.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
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The White House has accused the Ivy League universities of allowing antisemitism on campus grounds amid student demonstrations protesting Israel's war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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The rocket delivered six satellites to orbit for a range of remote sensing, Earth observation, and technology demonstration missions.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Someone whose results show elevated levels may need a biopsy to rule out cancer.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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Social media videos of the crash showed the ship's 147-foot masts sheared off by the impact.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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Biopsies of their tongues also revealed that those taking semaglutide had greater activity of genes that may be involved in taste bud renewal and transmission of nerve signals related to taste.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Grads react as billionaire gives them $1,000: Watch video Yelp unveils its top 25 burger chains in the US: See the list Spotify reveals predictions for 30 top songs of summer 2025: See list Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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The driver of the No. 20 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing won the competitive midseason exhibition race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Sunday night.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2025
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The joint practice or practices would be at least two days before the exhibition game.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
19 May 2025
Verb
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The new Steelers defensive lineman flashes his quick, strong hands and fluid hips, defeating the guard with a swim move.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Warning signs are flashing for our economy: Inflation is rising and 82% of Americans are already worried about a potential recession.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
Verb
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Netflix’s dark comedy is full of drama, romance and the bonds of sisterhood Comments Sirens demonstrates that wanting more in life while staying true to oneself might be easier said than done.—
Francesca Gariano,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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In November 2024, Russia demonstrated the capabilities of its own hypersonic missile with an attack on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro, going on television shortly afterwards to boast about the weapons capabilities.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Intel showed off a few potential Panther Lake laptop designs at Computex, but only MSI was bold enough to unveil off its work-in-progress models.—
& Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
23 May 2025
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Keep scrolling to unveil our favorite finds, up to 82 percent off.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2025
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“Display.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/display. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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