as in displays
a public showing of objects of interest
a touring exhibit of national treasures from the Smithsonian Institution
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as in shows
to present so as to invite notice or attention
these naturalists take their birds of prey on tour and exhibit them before groups of schoolchildren
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Recent Examples of exhibits
Dorothy Jenkins Fields, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Screenings of silent films, hosted by the Hollywood Heritage’s Silent Society and often accompanied by live music, play here amid a changing palette of special exhibits, curated from the museum’s collection and the contributions of private collectors.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Great shows all over From a star pianist in Walnut Creek to new exhibits at the Triton in Santa Clara and a two-day tribute to David Bowie, there are a lot of cool shows to catch in the Bay Area this weekend and beyond.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
While kitchen and landscaping tend to be two big draws for attendees, show guests can find interior design inspiration, windows and doors, alternative energy exhibits and vendors, hot tubs, builders and remodelers, home organization ideas and much more.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
The city's excellent museums include the Durham Museum, with exhibits on history and science, and the Joslyn Art Museum, which wows with gorgeous Art Deco architecture.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
More than three decades and a dozen films since making his unusually assured debut with Bottle Rocket, director Wes Anderson is marking a new phase in his artistic career, with buzzy exhibits in London and Paris showcasing his distinctive aesthetic.
—Stephanie Sporn, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
With nearly 90,000 square feet, the Children’s Museum Houston is devoted to exhibits that encourage movement, experimentation, and, of course, good ol' fashioned fun through hands-on play.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2026
There will also be memorabilia exhibits, activities for children and families, and concessions.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 5 Jan. 2026
CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
What readers are saying The comments largely focus on the need for the boyfriend to set boundaries with his sister, who exhibits possessive and inappropriate behavior.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 10 Jan. 2026
One of the museum’s permanent exhibits is a miniature of the Paramount lot in the 1930s, in which the barn is central, and one of the anniversary exhibits showcases period photos and equipment of its days as a gym.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Its line of throws also exhibits a taste for tartan, buffalo check, and shadow plaid.
—Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 8 Jan. 2026
Every day, Trump exhibits his contempt for laws enacted by Congress — and for the Constitution itself.
—Steve Chapman, Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Though not an outright villain like the tyrannical Immortan Joe (Lachy Hulme), Dementus exhibits psychopathic behavior throughout the film, engaging in human trafficking and even murder.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
The system delivers low-intensity transcranial direct-current stimulation (tDCS) to the prefrontal cortex – a region of the brain that exhibits diminished activity in many people suffering from depression.
—New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2026
Make a lap around the tranquil pool, and then stop in the Heritage Museum, which houses exhibits about the area’s Greek culture and its Indigenous history.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
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There will be tremendous opportunities for students to create exhibits, develop programming and operate a museum.
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According to its website, the Kennedy Center hosts over 2,200 performances, events and exhibits a year, with over two million visitors annually.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhibits
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Tuckman also said Team Bahamas’ festive costumes and dancing displays were memorable.—
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Scott Ford, who was walking in Ault’s group, said that the new lighting system can be used yearround and programmed for seasonal and holiday displays.—
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Dak Brinkley shows pass rushing ability KU freshman defensive end Dak Brinkley recorded the first two sacks of his college career on back-to-back plays in the second quarter.—
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The atlas shows routes spanning from Spain to Syria, connecting more than 5,000 ancient settlements.—
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After noticing that many open exhibitions in the area seemed focused more broadly on Southern California, the museum’s leadership saw an opportunity to hone in on Orange County artists exclusively.—
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Though moving the museum’s permanent collection could reduce operating costs from about €8 million to €5 million, M HKA would then have pay to borrow works or buy in exhibitions to attract visitors.—
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“Exhibits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhibits. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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