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VocabJLPT N3
to expose
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Also written as 晒す

Definitions

  1. 1. to expose (to the sun, public, danger, etc.)
  2. 2. to bleach
  3. 3. to rinse (vegetables)
This verb means to expose something to an outside element, such as sunlight, wind, water, or public view. It can also carry a negative nuance, such as exposing someone to danger or ridicule. For example, you might use it when describing drying laundry in the sun or putting someone in a vulnerable situation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, you're seriously going to put my grades on display right here?!

Sentence 2

Why did he go and tell everyone my secret?

Sentence 3

I left the documents on the windowsill and they got sun-damaged.

Sentence 4

Before exposing internal issues to outsiders, let's figure out a solution.

Sentence 5

There's no way I'm leaving a baby out in this cold.