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present tense third-person singular of showcase

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noun

plural of showcase
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as in shows
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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Recent Examples of showcases
Verb
Defined by details like soft movement and romantic layering, boho looks are still an immovable part of California summertime style, and Hudson’s Stella McCartney dress showcases the aesthetic’s softness and its ability for simplicity. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Aug. 2026 The section showcases nonfiction storytelling distinguished by cinematic craft, insight, and cultural relevance. Jack Dunn, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026 This iconic avenue, completed in the early 20th century, showcases a stunning array of architectural styles from Belle Époque to Art Deco, with landmark buildings like the Telefónica Building and the ornate Edificio Metrópolis defining its skyline. Jennifer Fernández Solano, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 Stewman’s Lobster Pound Stewman’s Lobster Pound showcases the hard work of Maine’s fishermen, as well as the chefs’ creations. Morgan Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026 Instead, the one-off Destrier, commissioned through Bugatti’s Programme Solitaire division, showcases a more refined aesthetic throughout, yet without lacking any of its sibling’s muscle—sharing the Bolide’s 1,578 hp, quad-turbo W16 power plant. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026 The comedy showcases Eden’s range as an actress, which was also displayed in other ’60s fare such as the western Flaming Star with Elvis Presley, the sci-fi Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea, and the thriller The Yellow Canary. Rance Collins, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Aug. 2026 The novel showcases how a writer can effectively balance internal and external stakes, which would end up becoming one of my storytelling signatures as well. Literary Hub, 14 Aug. 2026 Aubergine from Relais & Châteaux grand chef Justin Cogley features an eight-course tasting menu that changes daily and showcases the local region’s bounty with an elevated French flare. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026
Noun
Look up the dates for your child’s grade-specific showcases, orchestra concerts, or art nights. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 16 Aug. 2026 The event continues along Woodward Avenue with displays, vehicle showcases and thousands of automotive enthusiasts expected to participate throughout the weekend. Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026 One of New Nordic Films’ hottest showcases, the Nordic Co-Production Market (NCPM) will platform 21 titles in development, picked among more than 120 submissions, a record level on par with 2025, according to head of industry Gyda Velvin Myklebust. Annika Pham, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026 At the recent showcases at Randall's Island - 65 boys participated on Saturday, July 26, as did 65 girls on Sunday, July 27. Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The organizers added taiko drum performances, Japanese flower arrangement demonstrations, calligraphy showcases and other staples of the culture, which have remained core to the festival over more than six decades. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026 The event includes concerts, art showcases and educational activities, according to organizers. Jessie Dimartino, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026 Comedy Central became one of TV’s most reliable stand-up farm systems beginning in the 1990s, implementing a mix of showcases, half-hours, roasts, late-night blocks and festival tie-ins to elevate the medium. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 30 July 2026 The league wants showcases like Griffey’s to be part of a groundswell of support that will eventually yield more talent. Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 17 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showcases
Verb
  • Both displays support adaptive brightness for automatic adjustments based on the ambient lighting and reach a maximum output of 3,000 nits, which is plenty bright, even when viewed in direct sunlight.
    Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Adjacent to the shrine is the Yushukan Museum, which displays wartime artifacts.
    ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • That’s Angus’s behavior, and that is always fair game on these shows.
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Organizers hoped the shows would draw 250,000 attendees and inaugurate the city as a home for jazz events on par with New Orleans and Montreal.
    Shi Bradley, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The flourishes are eclectic and include octopus lamps, tiger scatter cushions, bird cage hangings, and vintage Louis Vuitton chests alongside bookshelves stacked with some interesting reading options.
    Megan Wilkes, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Three women lay passed out on the sidewalk, their chests slowly rising and falling, while fellow addicts stepped over them and dealers made sales.
    Michael Powell, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026
Verb
  • The 2021 Rioja Blanca exhibits a strong vein of minerality in both the bouquet and on the palate.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Learn about the area’s earliest Native American inhabitants, the Saura, plus exhibits about the area’s granite quarrying, farming, and textile industries.
    Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The bill included exemptions for several non-cockfighting purposes, including food production, educational programs, animal shelters and exhibitions.
    Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • There’ll still be animal exhibitions and a junior livestock auction, too, along with pony and camel rides and a petting zoo.
    Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Looking a certain way to please Trump can be especially challenging for younger aides who don’t make a lot of money, but who are still expected to pay for professional wardrobes and styling, the Daily Mail reported.
    Martha Ross, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • And though gingham is on regular rotation in summer wardrobes, within the context of home decor, it can be embraced all year round.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Go for something more subtle and the Emira flaunts its crisp curves and wedgy profile, doing a convincing impression of a full-fledged supercar.
    Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 22 July 2026
  • River Bend Overlook A bend in the Little Missouri River gives this overlook its name, which also flaunts breathtaking, panoramic views of the North Unit's badlands.
    Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 1 June 2026
Noun
  • The performances were much needed for a team trying to avoid exhausting its pitching staff by October.
    Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • In the meantime, over the Mets’ final 39 games, the performances of Semien, Polanco and Young bear watching.
    Will Sammon, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

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