1
as in discloses
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
at the end of the book, the detective reveals the identity of the mysterious stranger
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as in displays
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
a habitual smirk that reveals his contempt for other people
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Recent Examples of reveals
Moore’s journey reveals how Black Nationalism emerged not simply as a rejection of American ideals, but as a demand for their true fulfillment.
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Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
The shuffle in leadership also reveals internal disagreements within the administration about enforcement strategy.
—Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Oct. 2025
The app adds pins to houses, and tapping on them reveals more details, such as whether the home has spooky fun decorations, is welcoming trick or treaters or hosting a community event.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
Eight years on, FII has evolved from a stage for shock-and-awe reveals into a reflection of Saudi Arabia’s maturing economic strategy, and of Public Investment Fund’s (PIF) central role in driving it.
—Wael Mahdi, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Although the video began in black-and-white, when Alaina and Moeller pull the poppers, the video switches to color and reveals that the backdrop behind them features pink and blue flowers.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The faint clanking and horn blowing of a locomotive engine grows louder and beckons Moses and his crew to step back as the train reveals itself.
—Demetrius Patterson, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025
Despite the cemetery’s promise to fix the head solidly on the base, the picture reveals only a tiny piece of rebar that had been keeping it place.
—David Kushner, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025
Cookie reveals that Karen’s in an alcohol program and might be out soon.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 20 Oct. 2025
Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
The shuffle in leadership also reveals internal disagreements within the administration about enforcement strategy.
—Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Oct. 2025
The app adds pins to houses, and tapping on them reveals more details, such as whether the home has spooky fun decorations, is welcoming trick or treaters or hosting a community event.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
Eight years on, FII has evolved from a stage for shock-and-awe reveals into a reflection of Saudi Arabia’s maturing economic strategy, and of Public Investment Fund’s (PIF) central role in driving it.
—Wael Mahdi, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Although the video began in black-and-white, when Alaina and Moeller pull the poppers, the video switches to color and reveals that the backdrop behind them features pink and blue flowers.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The faint clanking and horn blowing of a locomotive engine grows louder and beckons Moses and his crew to step back as the train reveals itself.
—Demetrius Patterson, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025
Despite the cemetery’s promise to fix the head solidly on the base, the picture reveals only a tiny piece of rebar that had been keeping it place.
—David Kushner, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025
Cookie reveals that Karen’s in an alcohol program and might be out soon.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 20 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reveals
Verb
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When a survivor discloses abuse, the church must believe her and respond swiftly.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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Yet few companies offer support unless an employee discloses their situation.—
Jenn Tardy,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
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Users typed a url in the navigation bar, or typed a search query in that same space—a feature that Opera first pioneered but which was soon copied by Google—and the browser takes the user to that web address or a search results page, which displays a list of links.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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The counter displays a little extra character thanks to the decorative ogee edges.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As the two start to fall for each other, things get complicated when Huntley discovers Victoria is a princess.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
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Which, Polsky discovers, hasn’t been properly flushed by whoever used it previously.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The clip, just over a minute long, shows officers shouting commands as a woman in a keffiyeh steps past a blue line painted on the property.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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FactSet data shows that more than three-quarters of the companies that have so far posted results exceeded analysts' earnings estimates.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This kind of marital embedding involves a whole lotta acting, as Elizabeth Lo’s compelling documentary reveals, but also uncovers a whole world of loneliness, heartache and occasional wisdom.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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Through emails, documents, and secret correspondence, Bee uncovers a witty and heartfelt story about motherhood and navigating an absurd world.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Chenhao Hu, a doctoral student at Penn Engineering and the study’s first author, said the coral’s skeleton demonstrates how nature can create materials with remarkable adaptability, which could inspire new technologies for human use.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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Mercedez is an outstanding student who demonstrates strong academic dedication alongside her extracurricular commitments.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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At the other end of the spectrum, Macquarie’s chief economist, David Doyle, tells Fortune that while Washington isn’t necessarily shaping its policy because of imminent recessionary fears, policymakers will be keen to maintain growth.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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Folklorist Thomas Keightley tells the tale of a kobold named Hödeken who was insulted by a kitchen boy who kept spraying water at him.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Parisian purists say the move betrays the artistry and craftsmanship of France’s tradition of couture.—
NPR,
NPR,
24 Oct. 2025
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Interventionist industrial policy betrays that legacy.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Reveals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reveals. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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