1
as in vulnerability
the state of being left without shelter or protection against something harmful
some people chronically avoid situations in which there is a high level of exposure to germs
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2
as in orientation
the state or fact of facing a particular direction
this plant will need to be in a room with a southern exposure
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as in disclosure
the act or an instance of making known something previously unknown or concealed
the exposure by the local newspaper of a kickback scheme in the public works department
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Recent Examples of exposure
Regular or frequent exposure to some allergens can increase your risk.
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 12 Apr. 2025
The space is cozy with a rustic feel and perfect for taking in the western exposure and breezes.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Financial advisors generally recommend limiting gold exposure to the low-single-digit percentage, perhaps up to 3% or so, of one’s overall portfolio.
—Jessica Dickler,greg Iacurci, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2025
And the contractors who left were experts on handling emergencies like large chemical spills or serious toxic exposures.
—Lisa Song, ProPublica, 11 Apr. 2025
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 12 Apr. 2025
The space is cozy with a rustic feel and perfect for taking in the western exposure and breezes.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Financial advisors generally recommend limiting gold exposure to the low-single-digit percentage, perhaps up to 3% or so, of one’s overall portfolio.
—Jessica Dickler,greg Iacurci, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2025
And the contractors who left were experts on handling emergencies like large chemical spills or serious toxic exposures.
—Lisa Song, ProPublica, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposure
Noun
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This unhelpful orientation meant, however, that the lander could not generate power due to the position of its solar arrays and saw the mission end just a day after touchdown.—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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The structure of its web varies throughout the year, with changes in its angle, height above the ground, line density and magnetic orientation, all influenced by seasonal shifts.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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But Galloway made no such disclosure about her connection to the business on Americana Boulevard.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Apr. 2025
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The government asserts that no information has been shared under the memorandum to date, and any future disclosures would be lawful and protected by stringent confidentiality requirements.—
David Catanese,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2025
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From immersive viewing experiences that bring games to life in ways never imagined before to tools that optimize player performance and extend careers, this innovation is set to redefine every aspect of the sporting world.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The Royals did a better job in this aspect Wednesday, with Kyle Isbel hitting an RBI triple and Perez an RBI single.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Exposure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposure. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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