1
as in exhibited
to present so as to invite notice or attention
fishing for compliments, the neighbors showed their new SUV to everyone on the block
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2
as in revealed
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the actor's expressive face shows his every thought and emotion clearly
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as in proved
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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as in guided
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
showed me how to play the guitar
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as in steered
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
showed them the way to get home
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as in appeared
to come into view
another car showed just as we were thinking we'd have the whole place to ourselves
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Recent Examples of showed
Although the recent strikes have been much broader, satellite images showed Iran had already rebuilt some of the facilities targeted last June.
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Tamara Qiblawi, CNN Money, 31 May 2026
Videos posted online Saturday showed emotional moments as the men emerged one by one from the cave.
—Jintamas Saksornchai, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
According to the complaint, surveillance video reviewed by investigators showed the two men had separated before a second confrontation erupted.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
Lannon showed Stahl estimated prices for one cycle of egg freezing at clinics in Atlanta, Georgia.
—Will Croxton, CBS News, 31 May 2026
Previous studies have showed ivonescimab can effectively control tumors, an endpoint known as progression-free survival.
—Angelica Peebles, CNBC, 31 May 2026
Footage taken by local media in the courtyard and inside the building showed clouds of tear gas as riot police stormed through the premises, before journalists were removed by the police.
—ABC News, 24 May 2026
The date alongside showed it was based on a photo of Lincoln used in his presidential campaign.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 24 May 2026
Injury Concern Before Australian Open Osaka’s withdrawal came as a shock after the 27-year-old showed no signs of pain or problem in the 35-minute opening set.
—Manasi Pathak, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Tamara Qiblawi, CNN Money, 31 May 2026
Videos posted online Saturday showed emotional moments as the men emerged one by one from the cave.
—Jintamas Saksornchai, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
According to the complaint, surveillance video reviewed by investigators showed the two men had separated before a second confrontation erupted.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
Lannon showed Stahl estimated prices for one cycle of egg freezing at clinics in Atlanta, Georgia.
—Will Croxton, CBS News, 31 May 2026
Previous studies have showed ivonescimab can effectively control tumors, an endpoint known as progression-free survival.
—Angelica Peebles, CNBC, 31 May 2026
Footage taken by local media in the courtyard and inside the building showed clouds of tear gas as riot police stormed through the premises, before journalists were removed by the police.
—ABC News, 24 May 2026
The date alongside showed it was based on a photo of Lincoln used in his presidential campaign.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 24 May 2026
Injury Concern Before Australian Open Osaka’s withdrawal came as a shock after the 27-year-old showed no signs of pain or problem in the 35-minute opening set.
—Manasi Pathak, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showed
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In 2019, it was stolen from Blenheim Palace in England — the birthplace of Winston Churchill — where it was being exhibited.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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The article mentioned a man identified only by his last name, Müller, who had exhibited some kind of talking machine in the 1780s.—
Ron Cowen,
Scientific American,
3 June 2026
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In July 2025, Hurley revealed another one of her tricks for taking the best bikini photos, emphasizing that lighting was key.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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The Hollywood Reporter exclusively revealed that Reid’s novel Malibu Rising is being developed as a TV series for Hulu, with Taylor adapting and executive producing alongside Circle of Confusion.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
1 June 2026
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Two dozen other Republican senators accepted the allegations as credible and urged Moore to step aside if the claims proved true.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2026
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While his tenure with Philadelphia proved brief, his extensive major-league experience and history as a former top prospect could create another opportunity elsewhere before long.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Petite Acres sits on over four scenic acres, where guests can enjoy guided summer activities, including yoga classes on the lawn, fireside concerts, guest-chef dinners, and family movie nights.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2026
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Beneath an old wood ceiling is a fireplace and, just beyond, a replica of the lantern that guided Paul Revere when alerting the revolutionary militia that the British were arriving.—
Jayson Buford,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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Previous generations of CEOs will have steered companies through more stable markets, predictable career paths, and clearer industry boundaries.—
David Morel,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The documents suggest the government steered a parkland lease through an unusually fast process that favored a businessman with a financial interest in the site.—
Rick Maese,
Washington Post,
1 June 2026
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Breakker stepped up as a tag team champion in Paul’s place but the turmoil in the stable appeared to affect the outcome of the match.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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And markets appeared to agree, as optimism over tech prospects eclipsed geopolitical concerns.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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Grant's work has been displayed in galleries and museums across the United States, including the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA).—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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The most prolific home-run hitting team in University of Kansas baseball history displayed its power early in the Jayhawks’ 6-3 NCAA baseball regional tournament victory over Northeastern on Friday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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According to Fontaine, the experiment demonstrated that sterile soil supports a flow of electrons indicative of processes that resemble the oxygen-dependent metabolism of the Krebs cycle.—
Siddhant Pusdekar,
Quanta Magazine,
1 June 2026
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The project demonstrated that large renewable energy installations can be built even in remote locations where heavy equipment is difficult to transport.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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“Showed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showed. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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