raree-show

Definition of raree-shownext
as in exhibit
an elaborate, visually exciting show or event no longer the mechanisms by which nominees are actually chosen, party conventions are mostly raree-shows for rallying the faithful

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Noun
  • As a concept, the trucks seem to be inspired by the Freedom Train of the 1976 bicentennial, which carried founding documents and other historical exhibits around the country.
    Christopher Hooks, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026
  • The exhibit unfolded in partnership with Home of Football, a new cultural destination dedicated to the globally beloved game, which opened in the heart of New York’s design district between Chelsea and Hudson Yards on Monday.
    Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • In what is being compared to a Super Bowl spectacular, the performances are set to be broadcast live to millions of soccer fans.
    Tiago Ventura, Time, 12 June 2026
  • Last summer, Atlanta announced an ambitious plan to end encampments and other street sleeping downtown ahead of the 39-day soccer spectacular that begins June 11.
    ABC News, ABC News, 9 June 2026
Noun
  • The institution has grown into one of the region’s premier history museums, featuring historic homes, gardens, archives and exhibitions.
    Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
  • The exhibition also included a retrospective display of eight landmark creations released over the brand’s three decades, highlighting the evolution of Roberto Coin's design language.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • More than 96,000 Hyundai Tucson small SUVs are being recalled because of a software error that can temporarily prevent critical information from appearing on the vehicle's display, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Charles Singh, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Everything about Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos's coupling has been a display of more is more.
    Freya Drohan, InStyle, 30 June 2026
Noun
  • The 2026 festival included live entertainment, dozens of vendors, public health services, a scavenger hunt, a cultural parade, a beauty pageant and a live performance by the musical artist Common.
    Jack Harvel July 1, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
  • This Fourth of July, the pageant will be loud.
    Otis Moss III, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026
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“Raree-show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raree-show. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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