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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
Trevor Hunnicutt, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2025
Hits Back at South Park Portrayal: 'Lazy' FAA registration records showed the TBM 700 was built in 2011 and listed to Meter Sky of Pullman, Washington.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 2 Aug. 2025
As the show opens, the audience is introduced to Ka’iana (Momoa).
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 1 Aug. 2025
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Imports from China early this year had surged to beat Trump's tariffs, but dropped steeply in June, Commerce Department data showed last week.
—Trevor Hunnicutt, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2025
Hits Back at South Park Portrayal: 'Lazy' FAA registration records showed the TBM 700 was built in 2011 and listed to Meter Sky of Pullman, Washington.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
Noun
Though Colbert's show has been nominated for 33 Emmys in all, across various categories, since 2017, it's never won.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 2 Aug. 2025
As the show opens, the audience is introduced to Ka’iana (Momoa).
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for show
Verb
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For example, china sets, silverware, crystal, and collectibles will all bring a more showstopping effect when displayed altogether.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Aug. 2025
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In the deli area, Jennie-O low sodium turkey breast displayed in the reach-in display cooler had been opened on July 16.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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Tap the contact to reveal the actual email or telephone number behind it.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
16 Aug. 2025
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As revealed ahead of the Perfect Match premiere, Smith and Sutherland are engaged and preparing to welcome a baby girl.—
Laura Bradley,
Vulture,
16 Aug. 2025
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Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham all enter with something to prove.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Modern marketers are under immense pressure to prove performance.—
Srikanth Ramachandran,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The walking tour is self guided and includes a half-mile walk around the park to read informational legends at each dinosaur exhibit.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Johnson installed a new staff and is ready to help guide the new era of Bears football.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Any inappropriate questions are immediately steered back to mixology.—
John Kell,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Say a driver is steering their new iX M70 along an alpine roadway on a brisk October morning.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Spoons appears to be about 3 years old, the zoo staff estimates.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Actually, with rookie starter Carlos Narvaez suffering what appeared to be a strained knee in Tuesday's game against the Royals, the Boston catcher position from top to bottom suddenly looks shaky.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Aug. 2025
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The project includes parabolic flight testing focused on silicon crystal growth, with future demonstrations planned aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and commercial space platforms.—
Shelli Brunswick,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Israeli protesters on Sunday demanded the government secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, in one of the country’s largest demonstrations since the start of the war in Gaza.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Trump cannot federalize the city’s government without an act of Congress, an amendment to the Home Rule Act.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Aug. 2025
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The nostalgia has hit music as well, where TRL-era acts like Backstreet Boys, Nelly, the Goo Goo Dolls and Oasis are all enjoying successful residencies and summer tours.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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