talent show

noun

: a show consisting of a series of individual performances (such as singing) by amateurs who may be selected for special recognition as performing talent

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There might even be an impromptu talent show, with the Uncles and the youngest family members showing off their best dance moves. Ronny Maye, Essence, 19 Mar. 2025 That evening there will be food trucks, a gear waxing clinic and a talent show spotlighting attendees who sign up to perform their unique skills. Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 18 Mar. 2025 The film follows Don, a young boy often underestimated by his peers who sets out to perform in a talent show with a stage play inspired by a treasured fairytale book left behind by his late parents. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Apr. 2025 But his talent shows best in that his most famous character, hyper Weekend Update nightlife lover Stefon, was so against his natural type. 18. Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for talent show

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First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of talent show was in 1953

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“Talent show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talent%20show. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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talent show

noun
: a show consisting of a series of performances by amateurs who may be selected for special recognition as performers
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