1
: the producer of a play or theatrical show
2
: a notably spectacular, dramatic, or effective performer
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Ever the showman, Alvarez paused before reaching first base and motioned toward the Mets’ dugout.
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Will Sammon, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
Manilow’s long-running Las Vegas residency and his record-breaking appearances at Radio City Music Hall have contributed to his reputation as a legendary showman.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
Buchanan is always an energetic showman and, in just over 90 seconds, put on an arena-rock performance on a postage-stamp-sized stage.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2025
And with his Week 1 visit to the lectern, Verse exuded his unique combination of brash showman and zen worker bee.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 4 Sep. 2025
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Will Sammon, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
Manilow’s long-running Las Vegas residency and his record-breaking appearances at Radio City Music Hall have contributed to his reputation as a legendary showman.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
Buchanan is always an energetic showman and, in just over 90 seconds, put on an arena-rock performance on a postage-stamp-sized stage.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2025
And with his Week 1 visit to the lectern, Verse exuded his unique combination of brash showman and zen worker bee.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 4 Sep. 2025
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“Showman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showman. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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