show signs of
idiom
: to have or show indications that mean that something else exists, is true, or will happen
The city's education system is showing signs of improvement.
The runner showed signs of fatigue.
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As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine approaches its fourth year, both sides show signs of fatigue, but neither is ready for peace.
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Jack Watling, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent talks between the Dutch and Chinese governments show signs of resolving the crisis.
—Boston Herald Wire Services, Boston Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
Slowly but surely, Pickle began to show signs of improvement.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Bathroom Sinks and Mirrors Bathroom mirrors and sinks are quick to show signs of use over the course of a week, and rubbing them down will make all of the difference.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
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Jack Watling, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent talks between the Dutch and Chinese governments show signs of resolving the crisis.
—Boston Herald Wire Services, Boston Herald, 8 Nov. 2025
Slowly but surely, Pickle began to show signs of improvement.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Bathroom Sinks and Mirrors Bathroom mirrors and sinks are quick to show signs of use over the course of a week, and rubbing them down will make all of the difference.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for show signs of
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“Show signs of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/show%20signs%20of. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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