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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3
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
Businesses have been navigating potential legal exposure, with several entirely withdrawing diversity programs and policies.
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Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Feb. 2025
Several exposures from a contagious person from Gaines County have been reported several hours away in and around San Antonio.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
Controlled exposure to cold or heat stress, such as cold showers or sauna use may also further enhance physiological resilience by strengthening the body’s stress response systems.
—Dale Whelehan, TIME, 14 Feb. 2025
On the other hand, with a lesser statutory limit, the defendant's exposure is less as well.
—CBS News, 14 Feb. 2025
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Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Feb. 2025
Several exposures from a contagious person from Gaines County have been reported several hours away in and around San Antonio.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
Controlled exposure to cold or heat stress, such as cold showers or sauna use may also further enhance physiological resilience by strengthening the body’s stress response systems.
—Dale Whelehan, TIME, 14 Feb. 2025
On the other hand, with a lesser statutory limit, the defendant's exposure is less as well.
—CBS News, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exposure
Noun
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Linking the robots was a job of magnets that could rotate to maintain adhesion regardless of their orientation.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
1 Mar. 2025
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Our differentiation in Europe lies in our strong client orientation.—
Sofia Celeste,
WWD,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Thus, explicit disclosures on data handling and retention are critical for global deployment.—
Praveen Thopalle,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Sigmon's execution will be the first in the state since 2011 and will be carried out under strict secrecy laws that prevent the disclosure of key details, including the identities of those involved in the execution process.—
Russel Honoré,
Newsweek,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The pressure to perform the right kind of realness has seeped into every aspect of modern life.—
Dale Whelehan,
TIME,
28 Feb. 2025
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But September 5 is good enough to spark our curiosity about the meta aspect of TV news.—
Armond White,
National Review,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Exposure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exposure. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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