as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
orchid plants are known for their huge showy flowers
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Recent Examples of showy
Another showy Thai hybrid to be on the lookout for is ‘Iceman,’ with random narrow green lines contrasting against its thick, silvery leaves.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2025
Hawke’s isn’t a showy performance, despite Lorenz’s brash persona.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
For houseplant lovers looking to upgrade from a classic Monstera deliciosa, 'Esqueleto' is just as showy and impressive, with even more dramatic leaves.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
Johnson’s performance is humble rather than showy, an impressive feat of control and restraint.
—Richard Lawson, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2025
Hawke’s isn’t a showy performance, despite Lorenz’s brash persona.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
For houseplant lovers looking to upgrade from a classic Monstera deliciosa, 'Esqueleto' is just as showy and impressive, with even more dramatic leaves.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
Johnson’s performance is humble rather than showy, an impressive feat of control and restraint.
—Richard Lawson, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showy
Adjective
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Similarly, the depth of the pile doesn’t rebound if furniture is moved, which can be noticeable for a period of time.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
6 Nov. 2025
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Just as Mamdani aims to improve the lives of young people more broadly, those working under him could see a noticeable shift in how the workplace is run.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The team settled for adding TE Josh Whyle and defensive lineman Arron Mosby from the practice squad to the active roster, but Green Bay is apparently in on one prominent free-agent defensive back as well.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Several prominent business leaders have already voiced cautious optimism, seeing in Mamdani a chance to reset the relationship between City Hall and commerce.—
Sally Susman,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The World Series continues with Game 6 as the Dodgers look to take a commanding 3-1 lead.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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Taylor opted to go sans top beneath the jacket, heightening the commanding sensual style.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The dramatic retelling chronicles the moments leading up to and immediately after the shotgun killings of Murdaugh’s wife, Maggie, and teenage son, Paul.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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The country had made dramatic leaps in health-system capacity and life expectancy with the help of a mixture of projects.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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What’s remarkable is the Leafs have done it without Tanev, their best penalty killer, for most of the season and without another top penalty killer, Brandon Carlo, for the better part of the last two months.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The whimsical term has also been the title of countless poems, songs and books about remarkable coincidences or eureka moments.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Brazil is set to introduce an ambitious and innovative new system for financing forest protection (more on that below) and Lula comes into COP30 with an impressive record of successful forest protection.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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From the facade crafted from hinoki wood, a rare cypress that’s often reserved for Japanese temples and shrines, to impressive cultural programming and exhibitions, there’s always something worth seeing.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Calf & Pony Hair The sleek, tactile surface of pony hair adds a bold edge to any accessory, creating a striking contrast in bags, hats, and footwear.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 Nov. 2025
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Several of the most striking photographs in the book are of the studio itself, which appears empty except for a pair of high heels reflected in a wall of mirrors or a rumpled military blanket, a favorite backdrop, pinned to a bare wall.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The disdain for law has been especially conspicuous in the deportation campaign, as Chicagoans know.—
Steve Chapman,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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It’s left to a solid assortment of talking heads, with very conspicuous absences, to fill in the myriad gaps.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Dec. 2025
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“Showy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showy. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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