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, 7 Apr. 2026
This film showcases the groundbreaking career of Barbara Walters, the first woman to anchor a network news broadcast, highlighting her transformation of journalism through powerful interviews and her ability to confront authority with empathy.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2026
The trail showcases varied scenery, from southern beaches to dense northern forests, and is beloved by outdoor enthusiasts.
—Alex Kuffner, The Providence Journal, 6 Apr. 2026
Featuring rings, bracelets, necklaces, lockets and brooches, the collection showcases a timeless beauty, reflecting the unyielding love held across generations.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Pair sweet, vibrant strawberries with lemon juice, zest, and honey for a light, refreshing dessert that showcases the flavor of peak-season berries.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
Country Sides is an 11-track LP that showcases the Heathens’ range in melody and lyrics, drawing on sounds and styles that defined their two decades as a hard-driving Americana outfit.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2026
The former showcases its owner’s paintings in an adjacent James Young Fine Art gallery.
—Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Megan Thee Stallion continues to expand her mainstream influence on pop culture with a dynamic run that showcases both her versatility and lasting star power.
—Datwon Thomas, VIBE.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Kennedy French, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
The pressure is increasingly on AI developers to create systems that can turn these machines into productive workers rather than technological showcases.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
One of the nation’s oldest and most respected high school baseball showcases, the Lions Tournament has been a rite of spring in San Diego for decades.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Note that many of the experiences take place on the show floor at the Anaheim Convention Center, while showcases are at the Honda Center and are ticketed separately.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2026
Moving quickly to acquire a slate, positioning itself as a theatrical-first distributor, and preparing for high-profile industry showcases like CinemaCon all require significant upfront investment.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
Rolling Stone and Billboard’s showcases, as well as the sold-out Sips & Sounds festival, were crowded.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
There’s some irony to guarding parks against the showcases of an industry dedicated to tree health and human safety.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, Billboard House at Mohawk served as a central gathering point throughout the weekend, hosting conversations, showcases, and special events spotlighting the artists, executives, and creators shaping music and culture today.
—Billboard Staff, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
Graves created an elevated ground floor, flooding the lobby with morning sun that showcases an ethereal landscape mural by local painter Linda Fantuzzo.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
This film showcases the groundbreaking career of Barbara Walters, the first woman to anchor a network news broadcast, highlighting her transformation of journalism through powerful interviews and her ability to confront authority with empathy.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2026
The trail showcases varied scenery, from southern beaches to dense northern forests, and is beloved by outdoor enthusiasts.
—Alex Kuffner, The Providence Journal, 6 Apr. 2026
Featuring rings, bracelets, necklaces, lockets and brooches, the collection showcases a timeless beauty, reflecting the unyielding love held across generations.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Pair sweet, vibrant strawberries with lemon juice, zest, and honey for a light, refreshing dessert that showcases the flavor of peak-season berries.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
Country Sides is an 11-track LP that showcases the Heathens’ range in melody and lyrics, drawing on sounds and styles that defined their two decades as a hard-driving Americana outfit.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2026
The former showcases its owner’s paintings in an adjacent James Young Fine Art gallery.
—Midwest Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Megan Thee Stallion continues to expand her mainstream influence on pop culture with a dynamic run that showcases both her versatility and lasting star power.
—Datwon Thomas, VIBE.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
Fans can expect a blend of big reveals, gameplay showcases and anniversary retrospectives, making the 2026 showcase a major highlight of the gaming calendar.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
The pressure is increasingly on AI developers to create systems that can turn these machines into productive workers rather than technological showcases.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
One of the nation’s oldest and most respected high school baseball showcases, the Lions Tournament has been a rite of spring in San Diego for decades.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Note that many of the experiences take place on the show floor at the Anaheim Convention Center, while showcases are at the Honda Center and are ticketed separately.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2026
Moving quickly to acquire a slate, positioning itself as a theatrical-first distributor, and preparing for high-profile industry showcases like CinemaCon all require significant upfront investment.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2026
Rolling Stone and Billboard’s showcases, as well as the sold-out Sips & Sounds festival, were crowded.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
There’s some irony to guarding parks against the showcases of an industry dedicated to tree health and human safety.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, Billboard House at Mohawk served as a central gathering point throughout the weekend, hosting conversations, showcases, and special events spotlighting the artists, executives, and creators shaping music and culture today.
—Billboard Staff, Billboard, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showcases
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The museum displays some 4,000 pieces of erotic art owner Naomi Wilzig has collected over the years.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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The left hand pointing down, palm out, displays the varadamudra (giving gesture, a kind of mudra).—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 Apr. 2026
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Glaciers all over the world -- especially in Antarctica -- are also retreating at a rapid pace, recent research shows.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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On other podcast apps, creators can enable access to their shows via a private RSS link.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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Husbands in felted-wool chore jackets pressing a sleeping bundle to their chests with one hand, the other carrying their Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket haul.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Apr. 2026
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Western chimps have ripped infants from their Central mothers’ chests and battered them to death.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Hegseth exhibits those characteristics, and our soldiers finally have someone to follow.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Expanding the exhibit As one of the cornerstone exhibits in the Sacramento History Museum, the Woolsey display has housed new upgrades and technologies the museum hoped to check out.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Founded in Santa Fe as an art collective in 2008, Meow Wolf has since opened exhibitions in Texas, Denver and the most popular location in Las Vegas.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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And that the artists who are fortunate enough to show in them aren’t making decisions about who else gets exhibitions in them.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
6 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
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The incident also underscores how ties to Atlanta's music industry continue to intersect with South Florida - a frequent destination for performances, events, and nightlife.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Zipp exhibited widely in his lifetime and occasionally opened exhibitions with performances from his various musical projects.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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On the other hand, the use of GLP-1s has increased ThredUp’s inventory and sales of plus-sized clothing as more people on the drugs put their old wardrobes up for sale.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
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Shoppers who grew up on disposable fast fashion are enlisting tailors and seamstresses to give off-the-rack purchases a custom fit or personal flair, to revive secondhand finds or to extend the lives of their wardrobes, according to fashion industry experts.—
Anne D’Innocenzio,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Showcases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showcases. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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