English

expose

ɪkˈspoʊz, ɛkˈspoʊz, ɪkˈspəʊz
Meaning: to make something visible by removing its cover
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ɛkˈspoʊz, ɪkˈspəʊz

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base expose
3rd person singular present exposes
Present participle exposing
Past exposed
Will future will expose
Going-to future going to expose
Imperative negative don't expose / do not expose

Example sentences

The melting snow exposed the first flowers of spring.
The melting snow exposed the first flowers of spring.
The journalist worked tirelessly to expose the deep-seated corruption within the local government.
The journalist worked tirelessly to expose the deep-seated corruption within the local government.
The cement will harden quickly once it is exposed to the air.
The cement will harden quickly once it is exposed to the air.
The documentary exposed the cruelty of the factory farming industry.
The documentary exposed the cruelty of the factory farming industry.

Usage Notes

Used when something that was hidden or covered becomes visible. It can also mean to reveal a secret or to subject someone to something harmful.

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