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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2
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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3
as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
the astronomer's exposition of white dwarfs was a little helpful
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The film tracks the shifts in its human protagonist’s relationship with his best friend Oscar (Maurício Xavier), depicting the role the penguin takes on as surrogate son, without any annoying, extraneous exposition.
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Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
Shortly after landing, the smart-mouthed protagonist is greeted by an indestructible robot sidekick named Claptrap (voiced by Jack Black), who even as a bottomless pit of dull exposition and half-baked one-liners delivers many of the movie’s better moments.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 8 Aug. 2024
In this brief study, a Latin American specialist presents an excellent detailed exposition of Cuban troop movements in Africa, Cuban diplomatic activity there, relations…
Oligarchs and Officers: The Crisis in El Salvador
Not since Vietnam has the domino theory enjoyed such currency in Washington.
—William M. Leogrande, Foreign Affairs, 23 July 2024
Claptrap is a motor mouthed service bot who, through his ability to survive through each game, serves as an exposition dumper.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 9 Aug. 2024
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Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
Shortly after landing, the smart-mouthed protagonist is greeted by an indestructible robot sidekick named Claptrap (voiced by Jack Black), who even as a bottomless pit of dull exposition and half-baked one-liners delivers many of the movie’s better moments.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 8 Aug. 2024
In this brief study, a Latin American specialist presents an excellent detailed exposition of Cuban troop movements in Africa, Cuban diplomatic activity there, relations…
Oligarchs and Officers: The Crisis in El Salvador
Not since Vietnam has the domino theory enjoyed such currency in Washington.
—William M. Leogrande, Foreign Affairs, 23 July 2024
Claptrap is a motor mouthed service bot who, through his ability to survive through each game, serves as an exposition dumper.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 9 Aug. 2024
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“Exposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposition. Accessed 16 Sep. 2024.
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