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Seem pleased to be the subject of a graphic exposure? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

smile

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'exposure?' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both related to communication as well as being singular nouns.
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(Other definitions for smile that I've seen before include "Facial expression showing pleasure" , "Indicate pleasure with lips movement" , "Grin" , "Appear amused" , "Pleased expression" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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