as in to show
to present in a favorable or attractive manner
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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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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
William Jones, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025
Their love interests also showcase the differences between the identical twins: Smoke’s former love is Annie (a wise, raw, and riveting Wunmi Mosaku), a spiritual medicine woman still reeling from the grief of losing their infant child, whose potions and hoodoo knowledge come in handy later.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 18 Apr. 2025
Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025
The music takes place on two stages that feature an array of great rap, R&B, soul, and more.
Don’t miss: The J. Period Live Mixtape, an annual standout that’s part DJ set, part free-flowing MC showcase, with Black Thought, Pusha T, and 2 Chainz taking the mics this year.
—Dan Reilly, Vulture, 9 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Taking part in exhibitions This is for artists who have had their work showcased at distinguished exhibitions or cultural events.
—William Jones, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025
Their love interests also showcase the differences between the identical twins: Smoke’s former love is Annie (a wise, raw, and riveting Wunmi Mosaku), a spiritual medicine woman still reeling from the grief of losing their infant child, whose potions and hoodoo knowledge come in handy later.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
The artist collaborated with organizers at the foundation to plan the sweeping showcase of his work.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025
The music takes place on two stages that feature an array of great rap, R&B, soul, and more.
Don’t miss: The J. Period Live Mixtape, an annual standout that’s part DJ set, part free-flowing MC showcase, with Black Thought, Pusha T, and 2 Chainz taking the mics this year.
—Dan Reilly, Vulture, 9 Apr. 2025
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Verb
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His prominent role in Game 3 -- which was a big reason the Knicks' offensive rating jumped to 120.8 from 101.9 in Game 2 -- showed that coach Tom Thibodeau and the Knicks have learned their lesson about keeping Towns involved in the offense.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
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Text messages sent in the hours leading up to O’Keefe’s death read aloud to the court by a Massachusetts state trooper show the couple were at a strained point in their relationship.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The addition to the west will not only include exhibit space, but a new restaurant and theater space whose views open to the south lawn.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2025
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Asawa’s own words posted throughout the exhibit reflect the simplicity of her genius.—
Robert Taylor,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Sit upright in a chair with your back straight, your feet flat on the floor, and your chest pointed out.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
23 Apr. 2025
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Carroll ate an entire pizza by himself while watching football and started to feel chest pains again.—
Gretchen Eichenberg,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Federal authorities allege Cui and Miller paid two other people about $36,500 to convince the victim not to display the statues.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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The soon-to-be 23-year-old displayed impressive contact balance and routinely churned out additional yards after being hit, but his workload in college (879 carries in five years) raises questions about his long-term outlook in the NFL. 191.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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The exhibitions for Sotheby’s Modern and Contemporary sales open May 2 and run through May 15 at the house’s York Avenue galleries.—
Daniel Cassady for ARTnews,
Robb Report,
26 Apr. 2025
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The exhibition, which opens tonight, is on view through June 21.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Original price: $689 Add a mid-century modern look to your bedroom with this Yarber six-drawer double dresser.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Clean off nightstands, dressers, bookcases, side tables, beds, chairs, and floors.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
Verb
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At the White House, Bukele and Trump flaunted their defiance of a unanimous ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2025
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In recent months, Carr has flaunted his MAGA credentials and launched FCC investigations of several media outlets Trump has derided, including ABC and NBC.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
14 Apr. 2025
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On the presentation side, Virtuos has added a much more robust lighting system than before, and the game looks hyper-detailed.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 Apr. 2025
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An edited version of the presentations and cast materials will then be made available to all Academy members for final voting, which is open to active and life members.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Showcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showcase. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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