showdown

noun

show·​down ˈshō-ˌdau̇n 

1

: the placing of poker hands faceup on the table to determine the winner of a pot

2

: a decisive confrontation or contest

Examples of showdown in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The showdown will hit theaters on July 9, 2027, but Gunn has kept fans up to date on social media in the meantime. — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026

The episode ends on Catherine pulling into Jay Easton’s driveway, ready for her final showdown. — Erin Qualey, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026

Reed especially faces little resistance until the big showdown against the captain, during which that denim jacket finally gets a stain. — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 24 Aug. 2026

The show’s stars are split into two teams for a renovation showdown. — Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for showdown

• adown
• blowdown
• breakdown
• countdown
• crackdown
• crosstown
• downtown
• drawdown
• dropdown
• facedown
• godown
• hometown

Kids Definition

showdown

noun

show·​down -ˌdau̇n 

: the test of strength that finally settles a dispute