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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
Philip Jankowski
austin Bureau, Dallas Morning News, 4 Mar. 2026
Behind triples from Bane and da Silva, the Magic rebounded with a 5 for 7 showing in the third quarter and 4 for 7 performance in the fourth to finish 10 for 25 (40%) on the night.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2026
My brother Sam started showing Dylan and I these neighbor dispute videos online, and this was right before COVID.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 6 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Middleton had the best showing of the four Republicans who ran to replace Attorney General Ken Paxton, claiming an edge heading into the 12-week rematch.
—Philip Jankowski
austin Bureau, Dallas Morning News, 4 Mar. 2026
Behind triples from Bane and da Silva, the Magic rebounded with a 5 for 7 showing in the third quarter and 4 for 7 performance in the fourth to finish 10 for 25 (40%) on the night.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
From videos showing concert footage of Elvis Presley and Willie Nelson to a live band playing renditions of songs by the Beastie Boys and Marvin Gaye, Friday’s meeting served as a send-off for both the arena and Visit Fort Worth’s outgoing CEO Bob Jameson.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2026
My brother Sam started showing Dylan and I these neighbor dispute videos online, and this was right before COVID.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showing
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This is paired with 8 GB of unified memory, either 256 GB or 512 GB of SSD storage, and a Liquid Retina display.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, a pair of bronze bison stands on permanent display in Humboldt Park, created for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition by Edward Kemeys (who also sculpted the lions outside the Art Institute).—
Doug George,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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There has been widespread GNSS spoofing and AIS manipulation, where tankers are digitally hijacked and tricked into displaying false coordinates that lead them into restricted territorial waters for seizure.—
Siddharth Misra,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Nine total jawbones emerged over time, each displaying that same unmistakable twist.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Mar. 2026
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The brand, which launched nearly one year ago in collaboration with Netflix, shared a statement with ABC News on Friday revealing the end of the union.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Using a technique called spectroscopy, this principle can be applied to light from gas clouds, revealing whether the gas is moving toward or away from Earth, and how fast.—
Asuka Koda,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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Four years later in his 11th consecutive appearance in the desert, the question is less about proving himself and more about sustaining the level that carried him to the top tier of the game.—
Douglas Robson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Despite these challenges, the verification system continued functioning throughout the entire flight, proving that blockchain technology can reliably operate on lightweight onboard hardware used in autonomous aerial vehicles.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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In addition to receiving this year's recognition, Davis has been selected to serve as a STRIVE mentor for the 2026 team, guiding a cohort of teachers chosen for the program this year.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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The role involves guiding investment decisions, making sure portfolios remain balanced and helping lead the team to achieve strong performance.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Noem's departure marks a turnaround for a close ally to the president who was tasked with steering his centerpiece policy of mass deportations.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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But experts recommend steering clear.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
6 Mar. 2026
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Jack Horner, a renowned paleontologist who worked as a consultant on all seven films in the Jurassic Park franchise, is no longer employed as a lecturer at Chapman University, following his name appearing several times in the Epstein files.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Mar. 2026
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Trump has previously drawn scrutiny for falling asleep during meetings, appearing with bruised hands often covered in makeup, revelations of unspecified medical imaging and a diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency, which can cause swelling in the legs and ankles.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
3 Mar. 2026
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The center hosts exhibitions, educational opportunities, and workshops, and many artists show and sell their work in local village galleries.—
Molly Allen,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Before opening the show in London, Opie had been in Germany installing another solo exhibition at the Fridericianum museum in Kassel.—
Fiona Sinclair Scott,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Showing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showing. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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