Exposition
Exposition noun - A public showing of objects of interest.
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Synonyms for Exposition
Pretext and exposition are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pretext" instead a noun "Exposition".
Pretext
Pretext noun - Something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason.
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Synonyms for Pretext
Exposition and pretext are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Exposition" instead a noun "Pretext".
Nearby Word: pretexting
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How words are described
| good | good exposition | good pretext |
| convenient | convenient exposition | convenient pretext |
| actual | actual exposition | actual pretext |
Both words in one sentence
- Robin's birthday party is the pretext for getting the gang in one room, but the exposition comes about when the party turns out to be a trap, and the characters decide to share their secrets, thinking they will all be dead by morning.
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Robin's birthday party is the pretext for getting the gang in a barn, but the exposition comes about when the party turns out to be a trap, and the characters decide to share their secrets, thinking they will all be dead by morning.
Source: Series / Robin Hood
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