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as in exhibits
a public showing of objects of interest
a display of paintings by masters of French Impressionism
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as in demonstrations
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 shows
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 reveals
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 displays
Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Apple may be considering a radical redesign of its displays for the upcoming 20th-anniversary iPhone, if new leaks are correct, giving Apple consumers the type of bezel-less screen that has previously been featured on high-end devices from Samsung, Huawei, or Honor.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 25 Apr. 2026
Part of plant etiquette is to keep track of all your belongings, including edibles, and not litter the plant displays.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
These displays allow three-dimensional images to be projected into a physical volume and viewed from any direction.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Apr. 2026
Congress—rather than acting as a constitutional check—has chosen blind devotion, competing to outdo itself in displays of loyalty.
—John Whitehead, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
Interactive, live displays with tarantulas, scorpions, and butterflies -- if that sounds like a swarming good time, head down to the Riverside Insect Fair on Saturday, April 25.
—Julie Sharp, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Only very eye-catching displays of social media posts within a story, such as screenshots of tweets, might negatively influence the credibility.
—Florian Wintterlin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Quite spectacular displays have also been witnessed at least a dozen times since.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Ponds also plays with a chip on his shoulder and displays fearlessness both in coverage situations and against the run.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Dolphins senior national scout Ron Brockington said Llewellyn is a hard worker, displays toughness, can set the edge in the run game and plays with a high motor.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
The page for each event contract hosted by Polymarket displays top holders, the dollar amount of their positions, and all activity related to trades for the event.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
There are at least three potential James Bonds among these actors, and each displays his own brand of curt, strapping charm.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2026
In a TikTok video posted on April 21, Teodoru asked the image generator to analyze a screenshot of a website and create a version in dark mode, a user interface that displays text on a dark or black background.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
In a broadsheet newspaper, the editorial section is typically published on one or two pages of the first news section of the newspaper that displays the masthead, which includes the title, owner’s name, and staff listing of the newspaper.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
For those using Android 16, the app now displays Live Updates for flights on the lock screen.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
The 5,100square-foot museum, designed in the shape of a wave, maintains a collection of vintage and signature surfboards that are rotated between displays.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Apple may be considering a radical redesign of its displays for the upcoming 20th-anniversary iPhone, if new leaks are correct, giving Apple consumers the type of bezel-less screen that has previously been featured on high-end devices from Samsung, Huawei, or Honor.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 25 Apr. 2026
Part of plant etiquette is to keep track of all your belongings, including edibles, and not litter the plant displays.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
These displays allow three-dimensional images to be projected into a physical volume and viewed from any direction.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Apr. 2026
Congress—rather than acting as a constitutional check—has chosen blind devotion, competing to outdo itself in displays of loyalty.
—John Whitehead, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026
Interactive, live displays with tarantulas, scorpions, and butterflies -- if that sounds like a swarming good time, head down to the Riverside Insect Fair on Saturday, April 25.
—Julie Sharp, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Only very eye-catching displays of social media posts within a story, such as screenshots of tweets, might negatively influence the credibility.
—Florian Wintterlin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Quite spectacular displays have also been witnessed at least a dozen times since.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Verb
Critics say that strategy displays a misunderstanding of how the 109-year-old agency functions.
—Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Ponds also plays with a chip on his shoulder and displays fearlessness both in coverage situations and against the run.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Dolphins senior national scout Ron Brockington said Llewellyn is a hard worker, displays toughness, can set the edge in the run game and plays with a high motor.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
The page for each event contract hosted by Polymarket displays top holders, the dollar amount of their positions, and all activity related to trades for the event.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
There are at least three potential James Bonds among these actors, and each displays his own brand of curt, strapping charm.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2026
In a TikTok video posted on April 21, Teodoru asked the image generator to analyze a screenshot of a website and create a version in dark mode, a user interface that displays text on a dark or black background.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
In a broadsheet newspaper, the editorial section is typically published on one or two pages of the first news section of the newspaper that displays the masthead, which includes the title, owner’s name, and staff listing of the newspaper.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
For those using Android 16, the app now displays Live Updates for flights on the lock screen.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displays
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Dinosaurs is a 10-acre outdoor attraction featuring more than 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, along with walking trails, live shows and interactive exhibits.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The insulation from the ceiling snowed down onto virtually every part of the building — exhibits, artifacts, galleries and display cases.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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In Los Angeles, past demonstrations have drawn hundreds of thousands of people who voiced their support for immigrant workers amid controversial enforcement policies.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
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The organizers of the demonstrations deny this accusation, saying their target is merely the Israeli government rather than Jews in Britain or anywhere else.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
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The information appears next to an April 26 Navy photo that shows Boxer transiting the Surigao Straight, roughly 4,000 nautical miles from the Strait of Hormuz.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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From all-world jazz guitarist Pat Metheny to super soprano Renee Fleming to the wonderful Smuin Ballet, there are a lot of great concerts and shows to catch this weekend and beyond.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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New research reveals a potential link between GLP-1 drugs and improvements in myriad health conditions, including sleep apnea, joint pain, liver disease, heart disease, asthma, and even addiction.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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The report also reveals that interest on Blogoslawski’s own late tax payments was eliminated.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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General admission is free, though some special exhibitions require tickets.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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After an inaugural edition last year, the AIR festival will return to Aspen, Colorado, in July with a program of performances, exhibitions, talks, and other events in the high-flying mountain town.—
Andy Battaglia,
ARTnews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Rihanna flashes a smile while posing for photos at the after-party for her Fenty Beauty launch in Mumbai, India, on April 24.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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The ‘Buffett Indicator’ flashes red The S&P 500 has rebounded to a near all-time record of 7165 since the Iran war sparked a selloff.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Trump has argued that last weekend’s shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner demonstrates why the ballroom is needed to hold safe, secure events for the president and other officials.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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The initiative not only strengthens Australia’s defence posture but also demonstrates the growing importance of advanced land systems in addressing the security challenges of the future.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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In addition to the 100 companies featured on the list, TIME unveils the TIME100 Companies Impact Awards—recognizing five standout companies making meaningful contributions in the fields of AI, Health, Sustainability, Equality, and Culture.—
TIME PR,
Time,
30 Apr. 2026
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Samsonite unveils a new Chocolate Mauve colorway in its latest collection, starring Olivia Culpo.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Displays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/displays. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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