on show

phrase

: put somewhere for people to see
Her paintings are on show at the art gallery.
The artifacts will be put on show in the museum.
His work goes on show tomorrow.

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Twenty-seven Rare Handcrafts will be on show in Milan, from dome and desk clocks to pocket and wristwatches. Ming Liu, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026 There was the vision and technique needed for a pass or two on show, too. Beren Cross, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 There is also paid parking available at Millennium Park Garage, where a free shuttle is available to take people to and from the beach on show days. Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026 Also on show is the famous, and rarely exhibited, pink dress by William Travilla from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953). Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for on show

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“On show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20show. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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