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as in displays
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 reveals
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 proves
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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as in guides
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 steers
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 appears
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 demonstrations
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 poses
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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as in faces
outward and often deceptive indication
a false show of strength that fooled the enemy
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as in exhibits
a public showing of objects of interest
a boat show at the convention center
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Recent Examples of shows
Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
The findings follow a national trend that shows Black and Latina mothers are more likely to experience infant mortality due to a myriad of factors.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Lazar says even the most optimistic outlook for the rest of the season shows little chance of recovery.
—Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Research shows the powerful effect of kindness on the giver and many others.
—Chris John Amorosino, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2026
The video taken in 2023 shows female whales from two family lines working together to support the labor during critical moments and lift the newborn calf above the water.
—ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Elgin attorney Caroline Hernandez, one of the speakers who urged ordinance passage, said her research shows that municipalities that have adopted similar measures have not been adversely affected.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
This is another passage in the Chelsea game that shows the proximity of Nmecha and Calvert-Lewin, running towards each other under a high ball.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2026
Bain shows plenty of power in his pass rushing ability.
—Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
Daniel Birnbaum, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
The Austin city manager makes more money than Jones, though, with a $538,608 salary, data from the Austin American-Statesman shows.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026
The event is designed to shine a light on the current state of the industry, highlight and feature the key players behind these hits and the next generation of breakout shows.
—The Deadline Team, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
And for 2026, the channel pulled off its creepiest prank yet, with a terrifying claymation short lifted from a one of their most popular shows.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
Celebrate 15 years of Compass Rose Theater with lively cabaret featuring favorite songs and moments from past shows.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2026
Organizers for the 2026 Wireless Festival touted West’s headlining shows by billing them as the controversial rapper’s first London concerts in more than a decade.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
Reforming food policy is more popular with voters, polling shows.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
He’s gone through several record deals, lost a bandmate, gone broke, played shows with five-figure attendances, and met his heroes.
—Sam Davies, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
Video shared with the Miami Herald of the rescue shows the backyard swarmed with first responders.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
The findings follow a national trend that shows Black and Latina mothers are more likely to experience infant mortality due to a myriad of factors.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Lazar says even the most optimistic outlook for the rest of the season shows little chance of recovery.
—Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Research shows the powerful effect of kindness on the giver and many others.
—Chris John Amorosino, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2026
The video taken in 2023 shows female whales from two family lines working together to support the labor during critical moments and lift the newborn calf above the water.
—ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Elgin attorney Caroline Hernandez, one of the speakers who urged ordinance passage, said her research shows that municipalities that have adopted similar measures have not been adversely affected.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
This is another passage in the Chelsea game that shows the proximity of Nmecha and Calvert-Lewin, running towards each other under a high ball.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2026
Bain shows plenty of power in his pass rushing ability.
—Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
Noun
Ponder the enormously popular magic-lantern shows that appeared in seventeenth-century Europe.
—Daniel Birnbaum, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
The Austin city manager makes more money than Jones, though, with a $538,608 salary, data from the Austin American-Statesman shows.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026
The event is designed to shine a light on the current state of the industry, highlight and feature the key players behind these hits and the next generation of breakout shows.
—The Deadline Team, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
And for 2026, the channel pulled off its creepiest prank yet, with a terrifying claymation short lifted from a one of their most popular shows.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
Celebrate 15 years of Compass Rose Theater with lively cabaret featuring favorite songs and moments from past shows.
—Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2026
Organizers for the 2026 Wireless Festival touted West’s headlining shows by billing them as the controversial rapper’s first London concerts in more than a decade.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
Reforming food policy is more popular with voters, polling shows.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
He’s gone through several record deals, lost a bandmate, gone broke, played shows with five-figure attendances, and met his heroes.
—Sam Davies, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shows
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Bubb noted that aircraft are also equipped with a Traffic Collision Avoidance System, or TCAS, which displays the positions and altitudes of other nearby planes.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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The app displays a handful of grocery staples — eggs, milk, bread, butter and potatoes — and touts how much costs for those items have gone down year over year.—
Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
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The episode with Rachel’s parents reveals the key knowledge needed for the rest of the show.—
William Earl,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2026
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Now, using the unmatched power of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), a new study reveals that the real reason behind this illusion is a self-sustaining loop driven by Saturn’s own auroras.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Mar. 2026
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Morrone proves herself quite an adept horror heroine, keeping Rachel grounded in a likable and earthy relatability even as her mental state spirals in direct proportion to the escalating terror around her.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Mar. 2026
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These films and television shows have become rarer and rarer in the last two decades yet those audiences haven’t disappeared, as the BookTok phenomenon proves.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Sacramento Bee follows the style of the Associated Press, which guides writers to only use the honorific for individuals with medical-specific professional degrees, including doctors of medicine, dental surgery, optometry, osteopathic medicine, podiatry or veterinary medicine.—
Theresa Clift,
Sacbee.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Lectio divina then guides the reader into further layers of symbolism, metaphor, and personal reflections.—
Séamas O'Reilly,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Perfectionists Nini and Jane are feeling a bit neurotic, while Darlene Mitchell helpfully steers Juicy to develop a Karen that will lean into her strengths and make Ru laugh.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
28 Mar. 2026
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In an era in high school sports where boos, jeers, and uncalled-for chants are the status quo, Shelton steers fans to uplift rather than put down.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The video ends as the driver retrieves what appears to be a firearm from the street, before both men climb back onto the scooter and ride off-screen.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The president's decision to address the nation comes as public support for the conflict appears limited.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The demonstrations are expected to go on all day Saturday, March 28, including in several towns in the Kansas City area.—
Chandler Boese,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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Over the last several years, protesters have walked onto the 101 Freeway during demonstrations, including the George Floyd marches in 2020, pro-Palestinian rallies in 2024 and most recently, anti-ICE protests throughout 2025.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Bad lighting and poor poses are the most likely causes of poor identification.—
Jim Fisher,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Anthropic is particularly worried about the cybersecurity risks the model poses.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Shows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shows. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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