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
Natalia Cano, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2025
Those years brought a new swath of fans to Gunn’s meditative folk and rock sounds, showcased on low-key masterpieces like 2019’s The Unseen In Between.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Annika Pham, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
From concerts and sports to haunted attractions and local art showcases, this weekend’s lineup offers a wide range of activities—many with a spooky seasonal twist.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2025
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Verb
The festival lineup celebrates a rich fusion of genres ranging from rock and indie to Mexican regional music, reggaeton and electronic music, showcasing some of the biggest international stars.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2025
Those years brought a new swath of fans to Gunn’s meditative folk and rock sounds, showcased on low-key masterpieces like 2019’s The Unseen In Between.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Noun
The online showcase has been a beautiful way to democratise the festival.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
From concerts and sports to haunted attractions and local art showcases, this weekend’s lineup offers a wide range of activities—many with a spooky seasonal twist.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showcase
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Air Mail’s fate shows that even the masters of the old form faced major headwinds when trying to navigate the new media landscape.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Video shows one agent restraining the man, then dragging him around as another agent helps pin him to the ground.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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And enormous murals, street art, and graffiti adorn the sides of countless buildings, effectively turning the Centro into an open-air exhibit.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Those costumes from the original Broadway production, including the Schuyler sisters’ winter ball gowns, Hamilton, Jefferson and Burr’s suits, as well as King George’s outfit, are all featured among the exhibit, too.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
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The high crewneck keeps your chest protected from the elements, and the knit fabric is fall-weather approved.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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To increase the challenge, hold a dumbbell by your chest during the squat.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
31 Oct. 2025
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The logo of Softbank is displayed at a press briefing on Softbank’s new service in Tokyo on January 15, 2018.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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The posts only displayed a few users’ comments despite hundreds of messages.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
4 Nov. 2025
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In 2018, the Morgan Library & Museum was mounting a major Hujar exhibition, prompting Rosenkrantz to donate her transcript to the institution, which holds his collections.—
Michael Schulman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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An exhibition game between Argentina and Puerto Rico, scheduled for October 13 at Soldier Field, was moved to Inter Miami’s Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The boy stood on a dresser drawer and took the gun from his mother’s purse.—
Cindy Von Quednow,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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One report has been received of a dresser tipping over, but no injuries have been recorded.—
News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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Kylie Jenner is flaunting a new haircut and a sporty side fans can’t stop talking about.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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The big feathery cottonwoods along the ditches were just turning then, flaunting great masses of clear, bright yellow against the transparent blue of the southern Arizona sky.—
Jack O'Connor,
Outdoor Life,
23 Oct. 2025
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There will be presentations to honor veterans, guest speakers and a salute from the Vista City Council.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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The presentation concluded with emphasis on Thailand’s maturing creative ecosystem, supported by eight key government agencies coordinating to promote Thai soft power, expand cultural influence and drive media exports while attracting international talent and investment.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Showcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showcase. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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