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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
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 The 800-acre River Wildlife Nature Preserve showcases a breathtaking canvas of blazing autumn colors, winding rivers and peaceful meadows, perfect for reconnecting with nature. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The tour, which began in 1999, showcases Slamdance titles to different audiences around the country, expanding their reach beyond the traditional film hubs of Los Angeles and New York. Savannah Sicurella, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026 This spectacular new image from the James Webb Space Telescope showcases the brilliant majesty of the Carina Nebula, a giant cloud of dust and gas found 7,500 light-years away in the constellation Carina. Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 7 Aug. 2026 The library’s exterior showcases the scenery Roosevelt loved. Alicia Underlee Nelson, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026 The Surry County Wine Trail showcases more than 15 wineries and vineyards, plus a handful of breweries. Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026 While the video showcases the robot’s apparent ladder-climbing capability, Figure has not disclosed technical details about the underlying system, and the demonstration has not been independently verified. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026 Episode two showcases meteoric ascents, bringing together one of the most buzzy young actors and a phenom from the NHL. Thr Staff, HollywoodReporter, 3 Aug. 2026
Noun
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 For a guy used to the warmth of an arena crowd, Pragiwaksono romanticizes open mics, those awkward showcases of aspiring comics performing largely in front of other aspiring comics. Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 30 July 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 Joint workshops and educational showcases are featured prominently at the upcoming NASTEX International Exhibition on the Damascus Fairgrounds, July 18 through July 21. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 July 2026 The annual event is one of the feature showcases during Major League Baseball’s All-Star Week in Philadelphia. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 13 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showcases
Verb
  • Next to the workshop, a small showroom displays scarves, shawls, jackets, bags and other products made from Pulu and Zeter.
    ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The yacht also displays an impressive art collection, featuring works by Joan Miró, Henri Matisse, Andy Warhol, and David Hockney.
    Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The stars in these shows and films are poised for global growth.
    Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Of the 21 analysts covering The Gap, 12 have a buy or strong buy on the stock, while 9 have a hold rating on it, LSEG data shows.
    Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • 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
  • Testers with fuller chests noted that the Spanx minimizer bra keeps the bust centered and lifted rather than pushing it outward, creating a more streamlined silhouette under clothing compared to some minimizers.
    Jenny Berg, InStyle, 29 July 2026
Verb
  • 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
  • The historical site has picnic areas and Courage Trail, which exhibits along the trail details about the Battle of Island Mound.
    Zuri Primos July 26, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
Noun
  • The exhibitions here dive into Black experience both in Canada and beyond.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Cruz said school community outreach events for Spanish and Arabic speaking students and families are very popular, with food, dancing exhibitions and more.
    Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Apart from a light blue shoulder-pad poplin shirt, the collection is entirely black, white, and gray, emphasizing the ability for shoppers to mix and match the pieces in their wardrobes.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Armoires Armoires, also known as wardrobes, were fairly common in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries to store clothes before closets became a mainstream feature in homes.
    Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 2 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 comic was first published in the 1950s, but the emphasis on last-gasp winners and talismanic performances continued until the mid-1990s — with narratives that cascaded through English football culture in the decades in between.
    Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • After working for more than a decade in club music’s trenches, the brothers now aspired to be not merely DJs, but a dance-music act known for spectacular live performances.
    Will Pritchard, Pitchfork, 8 Aug. 2026

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