make an exhibition of oneself

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make an exhibition of oneself (third-person singular simple present makes an exhibition of oneself, present participle making an exhibition of oneself, simple past and past participle made an exhibition of oneself)

  1. (idiomatic, UK) To embarrass oneself or others in public by behaving foolishly.
    He tends to make an exhibition of himself at parties, trying to draw attention.
    Stop making an exhibition of yourself and let others enjoy the moment.
    She had far too much to drink and made an exhibition of herself by flirting with everyone.

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