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as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention
fishing for compliments, the neighbors showed their new SUV to everyone on the block
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2
as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the actor's expressive face shows his every thought and emotion clearly
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as in to prove
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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as in to guide
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
showed me how to play the guitar
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as in to steer
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
showed them the way to get home
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as in to appear
to come into view
another car showed just as we were thinking we'd have the whole place to ourselves
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as in display
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
the children made a show of disgust when confronted with asparagus
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as in act
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
her "concern" for the less fortunate is all just a big show
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3
as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
a false show of strength that fooled the enemy
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as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
a boat show at the convention center
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Recent Examples of show
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Before examining the film to show what went wrong, UCLA starts every practice with everything that went right.
—Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 22 Mar. 2025
The panel went over the evolution of certain elements of the show, including the characters.
—Abigail Lee, Variety, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent polls have shown that Trump's handling of the economy is a key factor in his declining popularity on a national level.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Before examining the film to show what went wrong, UCLA starts every practice with everything that went right.
—Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
Tommy is the person to bring up that subject more than anyone else on the show, because Buck is unnaturally dependent on his friendship with Eddie.
—Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 22 Mar. 2025
The panel went over the evolution of certain elements of the show, including the characters.
—Abigail Lee, Variety, 22 Mar. 2025
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Exploring the veritable labyrinth of luxury—past the couture salon displaying Jean Paul Gaultier and Yves Saint Laurent treasures, the jewel-box bathrooms, and down the spiral staircase—guests eventually arrived at the storied Red Room.—
Freya Drohan,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
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Dimon displays this principle by strengthening key relationships and positioning himself in a position of growth and development through frequent business travel and getting out of the office as much as possible.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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The final moments of the episode also reveal that the parasitic alien Sequids are still roaming the sewers, the bloodthirsty Battle Beast is alive in space and Angstrom Levy (Sterling K. Brown) survived the Invincible War.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2025
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While the boulder was resting in the schoolyard for years, advanced 3D imaging and light filters were able to reveal the hidden details in the footprints, Romilio said.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
13 Mar. 2025
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However, in practice, enforcing VAT compliance for B2B services has proven difficult.—
Aleksandra Bal,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Ellie Kemper is here to prove that it's never been easier to step out in style.—
Lizzie Hyman,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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Residents want city planners to take notice and be a guiding hand for new investment in their community — especially since landmarks such as Puckett’s and Gary’s Barber Shop, which served the community for 59 years, will be or are already gone.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2025
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In just two years at American — his first as coach — Simpkins has amassed a 38-28 record and guided the school to its first NCAA Tournament bid since 2014.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Mar. 2025
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Yet one of the most important beneficiaries has been the medical field, where F1’s ability to steer change is well established.—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
16 Mar. 2025
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Carney will visit Paris and London to strengthen alliances and discuss economic diversification, while steering clear of Washington for now.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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Her writing has appeared in Vogue, GQ, Harper’s Bazaar, W, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, WSJ, and System among others.—
Laia Garcia-Furtado,
Vogue,
20 Mar. 2025
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Since then a federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against the dismantling of the agency, but the memo appears to indicate that the administration has plans to continue its mission of drastically cutting USAID and fully folding it into the State Department.—
Vittoria Elliott,
WIRED,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The company provided firearms for a live demonstration to the Mountain States Tactical Officers Association in Montana, the agency posted online.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
15 Mar. 2025
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What To Know On Saturday, around 3 p.m., dozens of protesters came together for a demonstration co-organized by several groups, including, The People's Forum, ANSWER Coalition, and New York Party of Socialism and Liberation, among others.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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There’s a real power in the Chocolate Drops getting back together at this moment in time, after the group helped spawn so many new acts in the past decade.—
Jonathan Bernstein,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2025
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Opening acts in select cities include Marshmello, The All-American Rejects and Boys Like Girls.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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