To be visible, to be seen
To establish a fact to be true
(with an object) To provide a listener or reader with information
To reveal, uncover, make visible, bring to light, introduce to
“High winds are blowing off topsoil and sands which expose undiscovered sites.”
To reveal one's true nature, especially unintentionally
“The embarrassing incident would expose some of his deepest insecurities.”
To display or show (something) for others to see
“Marshall knew he only had one shot to expose his genius at rapping and was determined not to let it go.”
To make (someone) aware of (something)
“Social media would expose me to a range of interesting ways of looking at the world.”
To discredit or ridicule something through the exposing of facts or information
“Some clever folks would expose the alleged footage as a fake.”
(expose to) To cause to be vulnerable or at risk
“I trust he will take the necessary precautions and not expose himself to danger.”
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