on show
idiom
: 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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A lot of the reasons for Chelsea not being in a better position in the table than that were on show at Stamford Bridge today.
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Simon Johnson, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Some 18 pieces are on show, ranging from an unusual commission by Mary Alice Cavendish, Marchioness of Hartington in 1937 using opals and diamonds, to a tiara from 1926 that can be worn as bracelets.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Star Power Despite the fresh vibe to the lineup, there will be plenty of star power on show.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
That’s not the only focus, with updates to apps and software all on show.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Simon Johnson, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Some 18 pieces are on show, ranging from an unusual commission by Mary Alice Cavendish, Marchioness of Hartington in 1937 using opals and diamonds, to a tiara from 1926 that can be worn as bracelets.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Star Power Despite the fresh vibe to the lineup, there will be plenty of star power on show.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
That’s not the only focus, with updates to apps and software all on show.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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“On show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20show. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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