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
Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
The gallery showcases local and national art across a number of mediums, including pottery, glass, paintings, photography, jewelry, metal, fiber, and prints.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 June 2026
The event showcases talent across feature screenplays and television pilots, spotlighting emerging creatives who push the boundaries of storytelling.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 16 June 2026
The Sunriver Art Fair showcases juried artists in The Village, while the Sunriver Resort Farmers Market brims with local produce and handmade goods.
—Lauren Jones, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
This dish showcases the delicate sweetness of creamy lobster, harmoniously complemented by the rich umami of wagyu tataki.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
The spa Situated below ground, the Guerlain Spa is a quiet, hushed oasis that showcases the luxury perfume maker’s skincare and spritz offerings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
The site was established in 1974 as the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument and showcases a rich assortment of fossils, a museum and paleontology lab and some of the state’s most beautiful views, including the Painted Hills.
—Alia Beard Rau, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The nine-hour event showcases indigenous culture with bird dancing, bird singing and a dance contest.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 June 2026
The international pavilion brings together institutions from Thailand, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Brazil, and Spain, with programming centered on foreign production showcases and location promotion for Europe and the Middle East.
—Jenny S. Li, Variety, 20 June 2026
Beyond the big premieres and studio showcases, Annecy, particularly in its sidebar sections — Contrechamp, Perspectives, WTF, Off-Limits, Midnight Specials — remains a showcase for auteur animation and works from the margins.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 June 2026
Across four days, Graduate Fashion Week 2026 delivered a packed program, with catwalks, talks and industry showcases.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Sonic Guild is built on a membership model where members pay monthly or yearly dues that entitle them to attend monthly showcases that highlight emerging talent from their own backyards and the ability to voice their choice for the grant recipients.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 16 June 2026
From a string quartet to boat parties to DJ showcases, eclectic, unique and community-driven seems to be the common thread for this year’s festivities.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
The event pays tribute to Baltimore's African American heritage through live music, cultural entertainers, children's activities, African drumming, carnival mask-making, art showcases, and local vendors.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 14 June 2026
Additionally, during the 2026-27 school year, the UIL will allow a 35-second shot clock for basketball that will be optional in all conferences for varsity tournaments and showcases upon mutual agreement between coaches.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
Verb
Cult Gaia’s Cassidy sandal showcases a sculptural calla lily design wrapping around the foot such that the winding strap resembles a stem.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
The gallery showcases local and national art across a number of mediums, including pottery, glass, paintings, photography, jewelry, metal, fiber, and prints.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 June 2026
The event showcases talent across feature screenplays and television pilots, spotlighting emerging creatives who push the boundaries of storytelling.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 16 June 2026
The Sunriver Art Fair showcases juried artists in The Village, while the Sunriver Resort Farmers Market brims with local produce and handmade goods.
—Lauren Jones, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026
This dish showcases the delicate sweetness of creamy lobster, harmoniously complemented by the rich umami of wagyu tataki.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
The spa Situated below ground, the Guerlain Spa is a quiet, hushed oasis that showcases the luxury perfume maker’s skincare and spritz offerings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
The site was established in 1974 as the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument and showcases a rich assortment of fossils, a museum and paleontology lab and some of the state’s most beautiful views, including the Painted Hills.
—Alia Beard Rau, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The nine-hour event showcases indigenous culture with bird dancing, bird singing and a dance contest.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026
Noun
Still, some maisons, such as Omega, Richard Mille, Greubel Forsey, and Urwerk, choose not to attend, holding private events and showcases instead.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 June 2026
The international pavilion brings together institutions from Thailand, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Brazil, and Spain, with programming centered on foreign production showcases and location promotion for Europe and the Middle East.
—Jenny S. Li, Variety, 20 June 2026
Beyond the big premieres and studio showcases, Annecy, particularly in its sidebar sections — Contrechamp, Perspectives, WTF, Off-Limits, Midnight Specials — remains a showcase for auteur animation and works from the margins.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 June 2026
Across four days, Graduate Fashion Week 2026 delivered a packed program, with catwalks, talks and industry showcases.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Sonic Guild is built on a membership model where members pay monthly or yearly dues that entitle them to attend monthly showcases that highlight emerging talent from their own backyards and the ability to voice their choice for the grant recipients.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 16 June 2026
From a string quartet to boat parties to DJ showcases, eclectic, unique and community-driven seems to be the common thread for this year’s festivities.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
The event pays tribute to Baltimore's African American heritage through live music, cultural entertainers, children's activities, African drumming, carnival mask-making, art showcases, and local vendors.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 14 June 2026
Additionally, during the 2026-27 school year, the UIL will allow a 35-second shot clock for basketball that will be optional in all conferences for varsity tournaments and showcases upon mutual agreement between coaches.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showcases
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Golden 1 Center displays a collection of vintage neon signs from historic local businesses, such as Shakey’s Pizza and Tower Records, on loan from the history center.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
20 June 2026
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Throughout, the living room TV displays his screen time.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
Noun
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The program includes Missoni and tailoring atelier Saman Amel trunk shows, and multi-brand personal shopping experiences.—
Joe Bobowicz,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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After rape allegations on Married At First Sight UK rocked the UK television industry, there has been a growing conversation about how welfare is administered on major reality shows.—
Emma Pringle,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Despite being a town renowned for its textile crafts, Lagartera’s finest works are too elaborate for everyday use, hidden away in wooden chests or closets and reemerging for special occasions.—
Catherine Tansey,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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McAfee, not fully grasping why people would want to drink milk that was unpasteurized, nonetheless went to his silo, filled half-gallon containers and packed them in ice chests.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
Verb
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The Harris Poll defined a toxic boss as someone who exhibits harmful workplace behaviors, including unfair preferential treatment, blame-shifting, unnecessary micromanagement, taking credit for others’ ideas and acting unprofessionally.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The exhibit project dated to 2005, when the museum opened a new wing dedicated to exhibits highlighting the history of minority groups with a sizable presence in the Yuba-Sutter community.—
Velvet Wu
June 16,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
Noun
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The gallery, currently headed by former Royal Academy director of exhibitions, Kathleen Soriano, sits directly on the seafront in Hastings, overlooking the English Channel.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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The week-long extravaganza is open to seasoned collectors, newbies, and everyone in between, offering up exhibitions, interactive workshops, and other events across the city center.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
23 June 2026
Noun
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Instead of reaching for a single signature scent, fragrance lovers are building wardrobes of bottles tied to feelings, seasons and rituals and summer 2026 is putting that change on full display.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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With summer just around the corner, there’s still time to go a little bit more maximalist and add plenty more flowers to our wardrobes.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
Verb
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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
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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
Noun
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The drama surrounding the Kennedy Center – beyond the performances staged inside – began after Congress approved $258 million to renovate the building.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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There is also a stash of BuzzBallz ready-to-drink cocktails for trivia winners, but Misraje and his cast do not deliver their performances with smirks or smarm.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
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“Showcases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showcases. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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