talent show

noun

: a show consisting of a series of individual performances (such as singing) by amateurs who may be selected for special recognition as performing talent

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Notable recent episodes include A$AP Rocky teaching rap, Lea Michele and Jonathan Groff coaching kids for a talent show and Gigi Hadid advising the class on how to unlock their inner confidence. Arushi Jacob, Variety, 19 June 2026 They are issued medications and attend activities like talent shows, arts and crafts, and magic shows. Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026 The moment, which took place during a COVID-era flashback episode when Steve Carell's Nick was still alive, finds Alda's Don laughing along during a talent show for the friend group. Brenton Blanchet, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026 As part of the pandemic Turkey Day festivities, the core group holds a talent show. Erin Jensen, USA Today, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for talent show

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First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of talent show was in 1953

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“Talent show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talent%20show. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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talent show

noun
: a show consisting of a series of performances by amateurs who may be selected for special recognition as performers
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