as in displays
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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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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as in chests
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 showcases
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Emily Lawrence showcases her collection of first-edition William Carlos Williams poetry.
—Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The residence showcases exquisite marble, onyx, lapis lazuli, tiger’s eye, and malachite stonework, accented with 14-karat gold-leaf detailing and silk trim.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
The short Giant Logs Trail gives hikers the chance to see petrified wood up close, and the beautiful Blue Mesa Trail showcases the Painted Desert’s colorful cones.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 27 Apr. 2026
David Gallos’s scenic design showcases a modest but welcoming home where Bertha’s biscuits bake in the oven, a box of dominoes lies tucked on a side table, and warm coffee heats on the stove.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
This pageant showcases women and transgender women who have stood out in international competitions but did not win the crown.
—Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Polar Bear Passage allows visitors to get remarkably close to polar bears through both indoor and outdoor viewing areas, and the Orangutan Canopy showcases these intelligent primates.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
This refreshing beverage showcases the classic combination of strawberries and mint.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
The event included a Mediterranean dinner, student showcases, a live musician, silent auction and more.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
The Patriots showed significant interest in Notre Dame tight end Eli Raridon before the draft, meeting him at two all-star college showcases and hosting him for a pre-draft visit a few weeks ago.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
That kind of star turn has a long precedent for receiving awards love, particularly when biopics become showcases for actors.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 25 Apr. 2026
That popular film starring Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning stands as one of the most solid showcases of Washington’s edgy, magnetic screen presence, and director Tony Scott’s flashy, kinetic intensity.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
He’s gone to showcases, played on some very high-level teams in the summer.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
In 2025, they were invited to represent Uruguay at the Cannes Film Festival, which hosts cultural showcases alongside its film program.
—ABC News, 19 Apr. 2026
At night, the appealing menu showcases lobster, Wagyu beef, and other luxurious items in a modern Japanese style.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
The Parrish Art Museum, which showcases contemporary American art, is located next door and offers free admission to SSBH guests.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Emily Lawrence showcases her collection of first-edition William Carlos Williams poetry.
—Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The residence showcases exquisite marble, onyx, lapis lazuli, tiger’s eye, and malachite stonework, accented with 14-karat gold-leaf detailing and silk trim.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
The short Giant Logs Trail gives hikers the chance to see petrified wood up close, and the beautiful Blue Mesa Trail showcases the Painted Desert’s colorful cones.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 27 Apr. 2026
David Gallos’s scenic design showcases a modest but welcoming home where Bertha’s biscuits bake in the oven, a box of dominoes lies tucked on a side table, and warm coffee heats on the stove.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
This pageant showcases women and transgender women who have stood out in international competitions but did not win the crown.
—Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Polar Bear Passage allows visitors to get remarkably close to polar bears through both indoor and outdoor viewing areas, and the Orangutan Canopy showcases these intelligent primates.
—Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
This refreshing beverage showcases the classic combination of strawberries and mint.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
Alongside the festival, the International Animation Film Market will mark its 41st edition with more than 975 exhibiting companies as well a program of talks and showcases.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
The event included a Mediterranean dinner, student showcases, a live musician, silent auction and more.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
The Patriots showed significant interest in Notre Dame tight end Eli Raridon before the draft, meeting him at two all-star college showcases and hosting him for a pre-draft visit a few weeks ago.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
That kind of star turn has a long precedent for receiving awards love, particularly when biopics become showcases for actors.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 25 Apr. 2026
That popular film starring Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning stands as one of the most solid showcases of Washington’s edgy, magnetic screen presence, and director Tony Scott’s flashy, kinetic intensity.
—Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
He’s gone to showcases, played on some very high-level teams in the summer.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
In 2025, they were invited to represent Uruguay at the Cannes Film Festival, which hosts cultural showcases alongside its film program.
—ABC News, 19 Apr. 2026
At night, the appealing menu showcases lobster, Wagyu beef, and other luxurious items in a modern Japanese style.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showcases
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Critics say that strategy displays a misunderstanding of how the 109-year-old agency functions.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Ponds also plays with a chip on his shoulder and displays fearlessness both in coverage situations and against the run.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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In the process, however, one of the big distinguishing aspects of TV – the large audiences who once assembled to watch dramas, sitcoms and reality shows – has eroded.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Trying is one of Apple TV’s longest-running shows and was recently acquired by the BBC in a first-of-its-kind deal.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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Think chests that offer both storage solutions and décor, a writing desk that can be used in various spaces like in a bedroom as a night table, in a living room nook, or in an office.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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At the packed opening, a huge screen showed Abramović’s video work, Tito’s Funeral (2025), broadcasting women beating their chests in a near trance-like state, drawing on ritualised forms of communal mourning.—
George Nelson,
ARTnews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The museum also has restored mining camp buildings and exhibits on the industry's history that don't require a ride underground.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The life of a music director at a major opera company is inevitably one engaged in tragedy, and Conlon exhibits the dramatic flair to grip its emotional immensity.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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General admission is free, though some special exhibitions require tickets.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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After an inaugural edition last year, the AIR festival will return to Aspen, Colorado, in July with a program of performances, exhibitions, talks, and other events in the high-flying mountain town.—
Andy Battaglia,
ARTnews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Ji Seon flaunts her ring and announces drinks are on her today, which brings up the mood again.—
Hannah Abraham,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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In Los Angeles, Miley Cyrus flaunts her engagement ring after confirming engagement with Maxx Morando.—
Lex Goldstein,
PEOPLE,
5 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The biennial centers around producing large installations and commissioning performances and films from artists around the world.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
27 Apr. 2026
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The performing arts campus is home to six venues that host everything from large-scale Broadway musicals and symphony performances to ballet and student productions.—
Sharael Kolberg,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Two films, two aesthetic universes, and most importantly, two wardrobes that have clearly never spoken to each other.—
Maddalena Gomez,
Vanity Fair,
27 Apr. 2026
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Also present in both of their bold and theatrical wardrobes?—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Showcases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showcases. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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