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demonstration

[dem-uhn-strey-shuhn] / ˌdɛm ənˈstreɪ ʃən /
NOUN
display of proof
Synonyms
STRONGEST
expression manifestation presentation show test testimony trial
STRONG
affirmation confirmation description evidence exhibition explanation exposition illustration induction proof spectacle substantiation validation
Antonyms
STRONGEST
concealment hiding
STRONG
contradiction denial veto
NOUN
display of belief in cause by taking public action
Synonyms
STRONGEST
parade protest sit-in strike walkout
STRONG
fast lie-in march picket rally teach-in
WEAK
love-in mass lobby peace march picket line

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Don Lemon, the former CNN anchor turned independent journalist, had livestreamed the planned demonstration.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

However, Tesla just delayed a demonstration of its next-generation robots, and the robotaxi service is still in the early stages.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Instead, what followed was a demonstration of Jevons’ Paradox: More-capable and efficient models greatly increased demand for AI services, justifying more investment.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The deputies “then used the live explosive device as a training demonstration — the most tragic violation,” the claim reads.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Any demonstration, even one showing how spirits might be faked, could create more spirit support instead.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock