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as in displayed
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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as in revealed
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 proven
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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as in taught
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 directed
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 appeared
to come into view
another car showed just as we were thinking we'd have the whole place to ourselves
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Ohio State’s offensive line held up better than expected against the Vols, and the Buckeyes’ defense has shown new life since that Oregon loss.
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Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Footage showed the toddler going down a purple slide, and Bronze couldn’t help but smile as he was joined by his father who slid down from another lane.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
Video showed one worker stranded on a piece of the pier floating in the water being rescued by a first responder on a jet ski.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2024
The television special was first shown on NBC in 1964.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Relying on the philanthropic support of the Murdoch Institute, the work is progressing rapidly and has been shown to be effective already in mice, pigs and sheep.
—Dr. Marc Siegel Fox News, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Jackson showed flashes during 11 appearances, finishing with 7 tackles and 3 pass breakup.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
It was shown on Saturday night at 8 o’clock.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 23 Dec. 2024
Additionally, respiratory viruses are rampant in winter, and regular exercise has been shown to enhance immunity and improve sleep quality.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Footage showed the toddler going down a purple slide, and Bronze couldn’t help but smile as he was joined by his father who slid down from another lane.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
Video showed one worker stranded on a piece of the pier floating in the water being rescued by a first responder on a jet ski.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2024
The television special was first shown on NBC in 1964.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Relying on the philanthropic support of the Murdoch Institute, the work is progressing rapidly and has been shown to be effective already in mice, pigs and sheep.
—Dr. Marc Siegel Fox News, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Jackson showed flashes during 11 appearances, finishing with 7 tackles and 3 pass breakup.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
It was shown on Saturday night at 8 o’clock.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 23 Dec. 2024
Additionally, respiratory viruses are rampant in winter, and regular exercise has been shown to enhance immunity and improve sleep quality.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Dinesh and his little cafe taught me a valuable lesson on slow marketing—that a relaxed approach can sometimes be the most effective way to stand out.Nitin Gupta, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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First, rational analysis, traditionally taught in business schools, uses logical reasoning and empirical data to assess situations and outcomes.Hulan Hagen, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Slacker, the movie, was directed by a boomer.Jim Greer, SPIN, 24 Dec. 2024
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The 77-year-old star appeared on stage toward the end of the CBS broadcast, where she was set to present the award for Best Motion Picture — Drama.Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Images produced by Botto exhibited for sale at Sotheby’s New York in October 2024.Lucy Handley, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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Prosecutors argued that the clip showed that the Bravo star’s behavior exhibited signs that she was intoxicated during the incident, per the outlet.Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Their findings revealed that persistent visual cues of disorganization deplete our cognitive resources and impair our ability to concentrate.Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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And many strikes proved far deadlier.Patrick Kingsley, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
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The second attempt for a preliminary injunction proved successful.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Dec. 2024
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The reader is then guided through the practice of organizing their notes and tallying them to uncover recurring themes that resonate most strongly.Roxsy Lin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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Research Institutes and Other Initiatives The College of William & Mary announced a $100 million gift that will be used to establish the Batten School of Coastal and Marine Sciences.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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That 10-year uptick was reported in a paper in 2023, while the American Association of Variable Star Observers announced T CrB’s pre-eruption dip in April 2024.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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