exposes

verb

present tense third-person singular of expose
1
as in uncovers
to reveal the true nature of a well-researched article that exposes the UFO story as a hoax

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2
as in reveals
to make known (as information previously kept secret) the documentary claims to expose how winners of beauty pageants are really picked

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3
as in displays
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs the tight race for the championship exposed one team's mean streak

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4
as in shows
to present so as to invite notice or attention I didn't want to expose my ignorance in front of the others, so I kept silent

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Recent Examples of exposes Whole produce generally stays fresh longer because cutting exposes more surface area to air and moisture. — Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 29 June 2026 Morning sun followed by afternoon shade generally is easier on plants than the reverse, which exposes them to the more intense afternoon rays. — Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2026 The open-air spool design exposes filament to ambient humidity, and there is currently no expansion path beyond four spools. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 27 June 2026 Inflation often exposes weaknesses that already existed within a business. — Amy Powell, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The American system offers greater opportunities for exceptional wealth but exposes families to greater financial risk. — Steven Delco, Hartford Courant, 29 June 2026 When Hanna vanishes without a trace and her mother enlists Inés’ help as a translator, the search for the missing teenager raises questions and exposes hidden truths that test the young girl’s loyalties and echo her country’s dark history. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 24 June 2026 In multiple lawsuits that are now combined, Nutex investors accuse the company of hiding its partnership with HaloMD and say the dubious arrangement exposes the company to further legal risks. — Tara Bannow, STAT, 29 June 2026 In addition to his literary career, Sarris oversees the multibillion-dollar Graton Resort & Casino, and uses gaming revenue for tribal housing, education and activism, even as the project exposes tensions over wealth, power and belonging in Sonoma County. — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposes
  1. uncovers
  2. reveals
  3. displays
  4. shows
  5. discloses
  6. demonstrates
  7. exhibits
  8. discovers
Verb
  • The investigation uncovers a decades-old love affair, revealing that the person Grandma had been exchanging letters with for half a century via the traditional qiaopi system was a complete stranger.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 June 2026
  • As her historically Black neighborhood is rapidly gentrified and her neighbors mysteriously disappear, Sydney uncovers a sinister conspiracy.
    — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026
Definition of uncovers
Verb
  • The Public Policy Institute of California reveals that people who participated in college courses while at CDCR are 31% more likely to secure jobs after release.
    — Lyanne Wang, CBS News, 30 June 2026
  • Michelle Obama reveals the 'perfect' date night A perfect date night for the Obamas looks like fine dining paired with intellectually stimulating conversation.
    — Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Definition of reveals
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  • The lethality of the Russian assaults on Kyiv in the last week displays the challenge Ukraine faces in protecting its capital as Russia innovates and steps up its attacks.
    — Helen Regan, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • The back of Greg Gates' shirt displays a summary of his stats over his years of running the Peachtree.
    — Andre Butso, AJC.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of displays
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  • Gallup research shows that managers account for at least 70% of the variance in team engagement across organizations.
    — Tracy Lawrence, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • An Atlanta Journal-Constitution analysis shows the executive spent roughly three-quarters of that — more than $83 million — on television and cable advertising.
    — Greg Bluestein, AJC.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of shows
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  • One line, on page 157, discloses an investment in gold bars valued at between $500,000 and $1 million.
    — Dan Mangan,Luke Fountain,Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 30 June 2026
  • Additional information about the process is expected to be revealed when the operator discloses its second quarter earnings on the morning of July 23.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 29 June 2026
Definition of discloses
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  • Consider if the side gig adds unique skills, demonstrates entrepreneurship, or could be perceived as a distraction or conflict of interest.
    — Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • The advocacy group Stand Up for Science has posted advice on writing comments, along with an extremely lengthy and detailed submission that demonstrates just how comprehensive a comment can be.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 2 July 2026
Definition of demonstrates
Verb
  • This article is based largely on transcripts, deposition videos, and exhibits from three court cases that went to trial in 2024.
    — David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • There are also events and exhibits throughout the city all year long.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Definition of exhibits
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  • As the two form a close bond, Laila discovers there's some weird business going on within the house that threatens both of them.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Despite the hotel being burned to the ground, Enola discovers both a war medal and a friend — Mikiel Mizzi (Azzopardi).
    — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Definition of discovers

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