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as in amusement
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as in showbiz
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Recent Examples of show business
Michael Fred Sloan was born to a show business family on October 14, 1946, in New York City.
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Greg Evans, Deadline, 15 Aug. 2025
Swift also shared a playlist on Spotify titled ‘And, baby, that’s show business for you’ with a cover image of her initials in orange against a light green background, the apparent colors of her new album.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 12 Aug. 2025
Accompanying the album announcement, Swift launched a Spotify playlist aptly titled And, baby, that’s show business for you.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 12 Aug. 2025
But show business is littered with stories of people who came in with big dreams only to find nightmares.
—Robert Niles, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2025
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Greg Evans, Deadline, 15 Aug. 2025
Swift also shared a playlist on Spotify titled ‘And, baby, that’s show business for you’ with a cover image of her initials in orange against a light green background, the apparent colors of her new album.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 12 Aug. 2025
Accompanying the album announcement, Swift launched a Spotify playlist aptly titled And, baby, that’s show business for you.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 12 Aug. 2025
But show business is littered with stories of people who came in with big dreams only to find nightmares.
—Robert Niles, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for show business
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Thirty-four states have some form of admissions or amusement tax generally running from 3% to 10%.—
Malachi Barrett,
Freep.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Viewers on Instagram were quick to share their amusement at Tini's morning routine, and their delight at her close relationship with her owner's partner.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Through all the highs and lows of showbiz and the trials and tribulations that come with life, Gloria and Emilio's union has stood the test of time.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Tom Rothman is taking issue with the Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg's showbiz satire.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Inside the entertainment complex, there is a professional-grade four-lane bowling alley, arcade gaming area, state-of-the-art indoor shooting range, and a club-style bar with seating for 20.—
Dana Hunsinger Benbow,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The area had already changed to an entertainment district with the 1981 opening of the Billy Bob’s Texas nightclub across North Main Street.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
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The mother of two has repeatedly accused Samantha and their father, former Hollywood lighting director Thomas Markle, of selling stories to the British tabloids.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The prolific Hollywood subgenre of the body-swap comedy had already been around a while when Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan teamed up for the surprise hit, Freaky Friday.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Aug. 2025
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In addition to Krakowski's casting, producers also announced that the production will extend again, with tickets now available through July 5, 2026.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Greene went on to appear in over 200 film and television productions, including movies The Green Mile, Maverick, two installments of The Twilight Saga, and Die Hard With a Vengeance, along with series Goliath, Tulsa King, and Reservation Dogs.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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At the top, riders also step directly into the heart of the Bairro Alto neighborhood, famous for its nightlife and its historic streets.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Nyhavn’s vibrant waterfront dazzles with its iconic townhouses, while Vesterbro’s gritty-chic Meatpacking District buzzes with galleries and nightlife.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Austin said their programming is being adapted to work outside of school at recreation centers, churches and community events.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Museumgoers are greeted by several recreations of wooden boats used by Native Americans.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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This is the first year the county can analyze and present in-depth data on the program, according to a presentation by the DHHS.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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That change is expected to cost Kentucky's general fund an extra $50 million in fiscal year 2027 and $66 million in fiscal year 2028, according to a presentation from State Budget Director John Hicks.—
Hannah Pinski,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show%20business. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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