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as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention
fishing for compliments, the neighbors showed their new SUV to everyone on the block
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2
as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the actor's expressive face shows his every thought and emotion clearly
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as in to prove
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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as in to guide
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
showed me how to play the guitar
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as in to steer
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
showed them the way to get home
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as in to appear
to come into view
another car showed just as we were thinking we'd have the whole place to ourselves
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as in display
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
the children made a show of disgust when confronted with asparagus
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as in act
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
her "concern" for the less fortunate is all just a big show
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as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
a false show of strength that fooled the enemy
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as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
a boat show at the convention center
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Recent Examples of show
Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Video later showed Good turning her wheel away from the agent who shot her.
—Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
The show gets in-depth analysis from the journalists covering our region’s most important issues.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
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Scorpio October 23 – November 21 Pressure shows what immediately deserves attention.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Video later showed Good turning her wheel away from the agent who shot her.
—Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
After that, the composer turned his attention to a big band pet project, making ends meet with leftover work scoring German TV shows.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
The show gets in-depth analysis from the journalists covering our region’s most important issues.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for show
Verb
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California’s deserts are bursting with color as strong wildflower displays sprout across the fields of Southern California.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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During the alleged robbery, a masked man allegedly entered the store, displayed a handgun and demanded money from the store employee, police said.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The result revealed a surprising pattern—superconductivity appeared and strengthened over a specific range of conditions, forming a curved region known as a superconducting dome.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Mar. 2026
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While Luis and the boys wore their DC United jerseys and scarves, Silvia unzipped her coat to reveal a pink Messi jersey.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Any kind of conventional intervention would likely prove more costly than the Maduro operation.—
John Scott Lewinski,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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While some of Afeela’s tech may have a leg up on the competition, the brand will have to prove there’s healthy demand for it at that price, said Brian Moody, an auto industry analyst.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In addition to receiving this year's recognition, Davis has been selected to serve as a STRIVE mentor for the 2026 team, guiding a cohort of teachers chosen for the program this year.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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The phase diagram provides an important roadmap for researchers studying nickelates and could help guide the design of new materials that superconduct at higher temperatures or without high pressure.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Mar. 2026
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Early on, Kris and Kylie had already begun talking about Kylie Cosmetics, as it became known, as a revolutionary company, hell-bent on steering the market solely with the force of Kylie’s generational influence.—
Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
11 Mar. 2026
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With only a portion of council members aware of the tours, questions remain about the process and who is steering it.—
Nick Wooten,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For the United States and its allies, however, countering the Shahed threat appears to be a game of catch-up, some experts say.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Judge Paul Friedman appeared skeptical of government claims that the policy is necessary for national security.—
Michael Kunzelman,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Navarro, his daughter Saily Navarro and other prominent dissidents like artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara and musician Maykel Castillo, all convicted for participating in islandwide demonstrations against the government on July 11, 2021, are still in prison.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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Attorneys for the defendants say it was supposed to be a peaceful noise demonstration turned wrong when an officer was shot during an altercation with a protester.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
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Emirati authorities have warned Iranian officials that such a move was under consideration, the newspaper said, citing people familiar with the discussions, although no decision on whether, or when, to act has been reached.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
6 Mar. 2026
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The government insists the case has nothing to do with a free press, saying the defendants used news reporting as a pretext for years to commit acts that harmed China and Hong Kong.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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