as in masterpiece
something of excellent value, merit, or quality that is being shown or presented
The showpiece of her collection was displayed prominently in the center of the room.
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Recent Examples of showpiece
The designers built multiple eating venues across the vessel from its showpiece restaurant Sedna, to more informal areas with a few seats.
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026
Iran’s participation in the global soccer showpiece was thrown into doubt after co-hosts the United States launched joint air strikes at the country along with Israel.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 17 Mar. 2026
Atletico Madrid probably await in the quarter-finals, with Arsenal likely last-four opponents, while on the other side, one of Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain or Bayern Munich would be expected to reach the showpiece.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Her performance is a showpiece of stiffness and resentment, all mannered pouting and stern forehead-forward stares, that’s two steps away from parody — until her earrings in the sixth episode bring it over the line.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026
Iran’s participation in the global soccer showpiece was thrown into doubt after co-hosts the United States launched joint air strikes at the country along with Israel.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 17 Mar. 2026
Atletico Madrid probably await in the quarter-finals, with Arsenal likely last-four opponents, while on the other side, one of Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain or Bayern Munich would be expected to reach the showpiece.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Her performance is a showpiece of stiffness and resentment, all mannered pouting and stern forehead-forward stares, that’s two steps away from parody — until her earrings in the sixth episode bring it over the line.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showpiece
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There was Jokic’s 56-point Christmas masterpiece this season, which ended with a frustrated Edwards getting ejected and laughed at by Ball Arena.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Along the way, masterpieces are made, gloves are bedazzled, moons are walked.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
24 Apr. 2026
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Once inside, the other great jewel of the building is its wrought iron and glass dome, designed by Eduardo Ferrés i Puig in 1912, and executed by the master glassmakers at the Mauméjean Brothers studio who also collaborated with the architect Antoni Gaudí.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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This April, a jewel of the American South is experiencing an overdue literary renaissance.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
23 Apr. 2026
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Known as Hawaiʻi’s Garden Island, Kauaʻi embraces a multitude of landscapes, from the deeply creased and forested canyons of the North Shore to the sunny beaches and tropical botanical treasures of the south.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
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The layered garden at Tarabel is a treasure that offers guests a serene retreat tucked away from the busy city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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In 1992, Zubin Mehta, the non-Jewish longtime music director of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, won a special prize for his contributions to the state.—
Philissa Cramer,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
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Since the game launched in February, players have won more than $6 million in prizes, according to lottery officials.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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The highlight of the second floor has to be the primary suite.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2026
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The highlight of Leo’s visit to Angola is expected to be his visit Sunday to Muxima, south of Luanda.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Regardless, this is a very underrated Scott Adkins gem that's mandatory viewing for action and sci-fi fans.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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Cam Schlittler, the former Walpole High and Northeastern University standout who ended the Red Sox’s season with his Game 3 gem in the American League Wild Card Series last fall, was brilliant in his first professional start at Fenway Park.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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McDavid had led a 3-on-1 rush that fizzled out and soon after received Bouchard’s outlet pass, returning the puck to him and earning a secondary assist for the Art Ross Trophy winner’s first point of these playoffs.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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That is the nature of Talladega, which has seen 11 different winners in the last 11 races there.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Showpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showpiece. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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