raree-show

as in exhibit
an elaborate, visually exciting show or event no longer the mechanisms by which nominees are actually chosen, party conventions are mostly raree-shows for rallying the faithful

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for raree-show
Noun
  • The mountain’s storied past is detailed via interactive exhibits in the stylish Dr. T.W. Hardison Visitor Center, opened in 2021.
    Jack Schnedler, Arkansas Online, 19 May 2025
  • Interactive sports exhibit The California Science Center next to the Coliseum has opened a free interactive sports exhibit that will stay open through the 2028 Olympic Games.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • The nighttime spectacular makes a return, while Wondrous Journeys will feature state-of-the-art projections.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 16 May 2025
  • Each party will be seated at a private table by the window to ensure direct views of Disney’s Luminous: The Symphony of Us nighttime spectacular, the fireworks show that takes place over the World Showcase Lagoon.
    Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 6 May 2025
Noun
  • The joint practice or practices would be at least two days before the exhibition game.
    Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 19 May 2025
  • The driver of the No. 20 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing won the competitive midseason exhibition race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Sunday night.
    Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • The base model 2026 Kia Sportage LX comes standard with 12.3-inch dual panoramic displays with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
    Charles Singh, USA Today, 10 May 2025
  • The events garner media attention, with their photo-ready displays of firearms taken out of circulation.
    David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
Noun
  • García represented Nicaragua at the Miss Universe pageant held in Mexico, where she was placed among the Top 30.
    Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 15 May 2025
  • Hudson was named second runner-up, but the two left the pageant hand-in-hand.
    Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 15 May 2025
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Raree-show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raree-show. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!