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verb

Definition of showcasenext
as in to show
to present in a favorable or attractive manner Applicants are asked to submit writing samples that showcase their creativity. The restaurant's varied menu showcases the chef's eclectic culinary background.

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noun

1
as in show
an occasion for presenting someone or something in an attractive or favorable way The concert proved to be an excellent showcase for local musicians looking to attract a national audience. Actors are invited to participate in a theatrical showcase this Friday.

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2
as in chest
a storage case that is used for displaying objects In the years since he began collecting fossils, his showcase has become quite a sight to behold.

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Recent Examples of showcase
Verb
The Cold War playbook The senior NASA official, however, argued that scholarships may not be sufficient, and a dedicated institution would showcase how vital subject matter expertise has become. — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026 Each theme acts as its own microcosm of the overall exhibition’s approach, showcasing varied perspectives on a single topic. — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Noun
The program is part of a larger focus for the center this year on music initiatives, which will also include live events, showcases, album release events, listening parties, and more. — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026 Singer-songwriter who blew up on TikTok showcases indie-pop originals. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for showcase
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showcase
  1. show
  2. exhibit
  3. chest
  4. display
  5. exhibition
  6. dresser
  7. flaunt
  8. presentation
Verb
  • The data set shows the Hong Kong chief executive is the second-highest earner ​globally with $719,000 annually, followed by the Swiss president at $606,000.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 9 Sep. 2026
  • As polls show the public increasingly favoring guardrails for AI safety — and opposing data center buildouts — the White House is likely to face still more calls for an explanation of why a more transparent framework is not possible.
    — Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of show
Noun
  • The open-plan, curvilinear design means the galleries are not fully divided, reinforcing the all-encompassing nature of the collection, though altogether the vast array of exhibits sometimes struggle for cohesiveness.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The explosion occurred while the Washoe was racing another steamboat, the Sacramento History Museum, which has an exhibit of remnants of the steamboat, said.
    — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of exhibit
Noun
  • That doesn’t make their hooting, teeth-baring, chest-beating, or branch-shaking any less of an act of communication.
    — Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The actor then removes his shirt and flexes his chest and biceps.
    — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of chest
Verb
  • At home, the Tigers have a setup in their cage, displaying moves from starters and relievers on a screen, allowing players to practice reads and jumps.
    — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The term seems to imply a mastery of all the resources of a form, displayed in a surprising context without self-conscious artfulness.
    — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of display
Noun
  • In 2013, a painting that had originally sold for $10,000 at his thesis exhibition sold for $389,000 at a Phillips auction.
    — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Organized by late Belgian curator Jan Hoet, the exhibition was staged in different outdoor areas of Aoyama.
    — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of exhibition
Noun
  • King is a colorful dresser, often seen in vibrant sneakers or heels from brands like Chloe, Ralph Lauren or Sneex.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2026
  • In Your Home That mismatched dresser that didn’t complement the rest of your bedroom set may be just the thing your entryway needs.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of dresser
Verb
  • This fan favorite from Vivaia comes in to save the day and your bunions alike — flaunting a super-stretchy, custom-fit shaft plus upper, impressive arch support, and special honeycomb cushioning to mimic the sensation of walking on clouds.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Some, holding baby pink handbags or flaunting hot pink manicures, joined journalists and other curious members of the public who began lining up outside the courthouse in the pre-dawn hours to get a coveted seat in the gallery.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of flaunt
Noun
  • As some selectors are being eliminated so is the traditional system of presentation.
    — Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The road to the end of the very long Emmy season takes place over most of your Labor Day holiday weekend with the two-night presentation of what were formerly called the Creative Arts Emmy Awards but now are simply being called the Emmy Awards.
    — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2026
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“Showcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showcase. Accessed 10 Sep. 2026.

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