as in display
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as in displaying
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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as in revealing
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 proving
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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as in guiding
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 steering
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 appearing
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 showing
Catherine Baab, Quartz, 7 May 2025
The Wolves scored just 88 points to open the Western Conference semifinals, just 31 in a putrid first-half showing.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 May 2025
Kendrick Marshall, Sacramento Bee, 5 Jan. 2025
This fan-favorite Reversible Crossover Sweater, for example, can be worn two different ways — with the criss-cross hem showing in the front or the back — maximizing your outfit possibilities.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The Dow Jones Transportation Average is now trailing the blue-chip Dow by more than nine points — its worst relative showing in a decade.
—Catherine Baab, Quartz, 7 May 2025
The Wolves scored just 88 points to open the Western Conference semifinals, just 31 in a putrid first-half showing.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 May 2025
Verb
As of Friday, about 40% of California was in drought, according to the Drought Monitor’s weekly map showing drought intensities across the nation.
—Kendrick Marshall, Sacramento Bee, 5 Jan. 2025
This fan-favorite Reversible Crossover Sweater, for example, can be worn two different ways — with the criss-cross hem showing in the front or the back — maximizing your outfit possibilities.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showing
Noun
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The base model 2026 Kia Sportage LX comes standard with 12.3-inch dual panoramic displays with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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When it was announced in 2008 that Thomas & Friends would move into a new age of CGI, some of the show’s engines and props went on display around the world.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
9 May 2025
Verb
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An ‘endangered’ town starts planning With federal recognition proving elusive, a Brooklyn school grant writer named Kay Diamond suggested that Rogers and others look to Landmarks Illinois for help.—
Jonathan Bullington,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2025
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From its game-changing launch on January 21st, 2025, to its innovative ecosystem, Crouton Jones is proving that trust, creativity, and community are the keys to success.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
5 Jan. 2025
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Alvarez drops to receive Almada’s pass before guiding it first time to Fernandez.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Heyman is best known for guiding the Harry Potter movie franchise across eight successful movies.—
Borys Kit,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Mar. 2025
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But Warren also gave off the impression he will be heavily involved in steering everything.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Dec. 2024
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Williams, after steering Woods with his eyes, came back to Moore with a golden opportunity.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Dec. 2024
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The most dramatic of these was when he was hit in the face by a plastic bottle thrown by a spectator, staying upright and appearing unaffected.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Born in South Dakota on May 11, 1970, Katt began as a child actor, appearing on episodes of such TV shows as CHiPs, Father Murphy, Code Red, Herbie, the Love Bug, Voyagers!—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Apr. 2025
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The gala’s coinciding exhibition at the Met was curated by author Monica L. Miller and rooted in her 2009 book, Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity.—
Michelle Duncan,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2025
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This new solo exhibition—her first in the United States, her first as a mother, and her most vulnerable yet—features 13 oil paintings Showering made during this intense period of change.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
8 May 2025
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Highlights include a gallery exhibiting student artwork — photography, drawing, painting, 3D artwork and ceramics — along with performances by Mariachi bands, Ballet Folklórico dancers and student musicians and dancers.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Mar. 2025
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While initial claims are above the lows, the level is not exhibiting a strong uptrend or at a level consistent with economic woes.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Even worse, attackers can exploit large language model (LLM) vulnerabilities through methods like prompt injection, tricking systems into revealing confidential information.—
Rich Vibert,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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The clip pans from their feet upward, capturing their full bodies before finally revealing their stark height difference.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Showing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showing. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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