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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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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
Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
Brennan then cut to a clip that shows an unidentified ICE agent slipping on actual ice in Minneapolis.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026
Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
Every fashion photographer, model, chat-show host, and film director ends up here, on a perfect lick of beach, a short hop from the main drag of frisky boho Tulum.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Prosecutors later argued that his volatile patterns, paired with violence, showed a clear progression long before the 2019 murders.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
Brennan then cut to a clip that shows an unidentified ICE agent slipping on actual ice in Minneapolis.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
By the time the Enola Gay went on display in 1995, the show had been stripped not only of critique but also of context.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 22 Jan. 2026
Every fashion photographer, model, chat-show host, and film director ends up here, on a perfect lick of beach, a short hop from the main drag of frisky boho Tulum.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 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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In doing so, something incredible is revealed — the peak of the annual Perseid meteor shower will coincide with a total solar eclipse.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Earth's moon is an awe-inspiring sight, especially when viewed through the magnifying eyepiece of a telescope, which helps reveal the incredible array of craters scarring its ancient surface.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Los Alamitos coach Maya De Anda made the 3-point shot a priority on nearly every possession and that strategy proved successful, as the Griffins hit nine 3-pointers by halftime and finished with 13 in the game.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
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BitLocker’s encryption algorithms have proven impenetrable to prior law enforcement attempts to break in, according to a Forbes review of historical cases.—
Thomas Brewster,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Vcg | Visual China Group | Getty Images Wall Street analysts guide investors with their research and useful insights, but some consistently outperform others with strong, accurate calls.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
25 Jan. 2026
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And the team can help guide on how to resolve.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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The lifestyle and luxury executive, who joined Trudon in March 2025, also steers the creative strategy of its sister company Carrière Frères, a French interior fragrance brand.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
21 Jan. 2026
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Big screen or home stream, takeout or dine-in, Tribune writers are here to steer you toward your next great experience.—
Anna Lee Iijima,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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To guarantee the full amount for the upcoming season, Huff had to play either 825 minutes or appear in 55 games in one of the 2024-25 or 2025-26 seasons.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Your husband appears to be more than a little controlling by attempting to tell you how to spend your free time.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
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The event includes hands-on demonstrations, hundreds of home-improvement products and services exhibitors, plant sales and face-to-face consultations with home improvement experts.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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Bridgeman via Getty Images Wise understood that Tupperware needed demonstration, not promotion.—
Paula de la Cruz,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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The suspect currently faces seven complaints for malicious destruction of property and one count of a threatening act of violence.—
Josh Kelly,
Oklahoman,
23 Jan. 2026
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Raenah Birdlong, 33, who did not fire any shots, was charged under the provocative act doctrine, meaning her actions led to the death and wounding of the two men, authorities said.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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