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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
Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2026
Though Trump lately has shown an interest in issues with bipartisan appeal, his aggressive instincts could quickly overshadow the administration’s message.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026
Justin Kroll, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2026
Episode 8 of the latest Disney+ MCU series felt a lot more like a traditional comic book show than the previous seven installments after Simon lost control of his powers and destroyed the set of the fake Wonder Man movie-within-the-show.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
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Indeed, some studies show that the impact of AI on the labor market has so far been muted.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2026
Though Trump lately has shown an interest in issues with bipartisan appeal, his aggressive instincts could quickly overshadow the administration’s message.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026
Noun
The show garnered seven Tony Award nominations last year including Best Play and grossed more than $17 million on attendance of 150,000 people over the course of its five-month Broadway run.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 29 Jan. 2026
Episode 8 of the latest Disney+ MCU series felt a lot more like a traditional comic book show than the previous seven installments after Simon lost control of his powers and destroyed the set of the fake Wonder Man movie-within-the-show.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
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Verb
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It is made up, with the exception of a few old heads, of young players rich in potential but prone to the type of inconsistency displayed by the 18-year-old Greek forward.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Against Gauff, Svitolina displayed relentless aggression, attacking the American’s faltering forehand.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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New England’s notoriously harsh weather once again revealed itself with a vengeance this past weekend, bringing extremely frigid temperatures to Connecticut and pummeling the state with nearly two feet of snow.—
Steve Sullivan,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
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The Kennedy cousin formerly at the center of the notorious case involving the death of Martha Moxley, the daughter of an affluent Connecticut family, has broken his silence to reveal new loose ends and theories regarding the decades-long mystery.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Others, including prohibitions on universal vote-by-mail and ranked choice voting -- two voting methods that have proved popular in some states -- would happen immediately.—
LISA MASCARO THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
30 Jan. 2026
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The community response is not only defending people, but also providing a powerful counter-narrative that is proving MAGA’s assumptions about America wrong.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Beyond Bourla’s family history, the places his career has taken him have helped shape his leadership style—and guide his success.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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Precise placement is possible using DNA origami, which folds DNA into nanoscale shapes to guide molecules into position.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Jan. 2026
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Huml steered the Wildcats to a 9-9 record in a very strong Dual County League and to the quarterfinals of the Div.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
28 Jan. 2026
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Moscow Police Chief Anthony Dahlinger, who helped steer the college student homicide investigation, was at the Capitol on Monday along with several police chiefs from across the state.—
Kevin Fixler
January 27,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Jan. 2026
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Video footage that appeared to be taken at the scene captured loud blasts and the sky glowing following explosions that began around midnight and lasted about two hours in the area of Diori Hamani International Airport.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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In June, she was invited to appear before the Federal Trade Commission as a panelist to explain the harms of PGM from a consumer fraud perspective.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Jan. 2026
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The demonstrations began in late December in response to the collapsing value of the national currency -- the rial -- before morphing into a wider anti-regime movement which drew backing from dissidents abroad and Western governments.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Travelers are also advised to avoid any protests, as the demonstrations can draw scrutiny from Pakistani security forces.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Neem oil affects insects' feeding abilities and acts as a repellent.—
Jon VanZile,
The Spruce,
30 Jan. 2026
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The new Fed chief faces a tough balancing act on the dual mandate of fostering employment and keeping prices stable.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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