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
Originally built in 1959 as a modest ranch house, the property was transformed into a sleek architectural showpiece by David Kotzebue Architecture and builders Lowell and Jacquie Strauss of Amalfi West.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 May 2026
This is one of the details that shows the Halcyon Grand is more than just a showpiece, but a genuinely livable tiny home.
—Stefan Ionescu
may 06, New Atlas, 6 May 2026
Here are heat-tolerant standouts worth knowing, organized around the qualities that matter most to gardeners who want variety, pollinator traffic and a few showpieces that stop visitors in their tracks.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Our Top Picks for the Best Double Sink Bathroom Vanities
From the design perspective, this is also a decor item that is the showpiece of the space.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 May 2026
This is one of the details that shows the Halcyon Grand is more than just a showpiece, but a genuinely livable tiny home.
—Stefan Ionescu
may 06, New Atlas, 6 May 2026
Here are heat-tolerant standouts worth knowing, organized around the qualities that matter most to gardeners who want variety, pollinator traffic and a few showpieces that stop visitors in their tracks.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Our Top Picks for the Best Double Sink Bathroom Vanities
From the design perspective, this is also a decor item that is the showpiece of the space.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showpiece
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Beautifully balanced with savory, sweet, salty and subtly-spicy flavor, these pecans are a hit by the handful or sprinkled on top of leafy green masterpieces like Copycat Panera Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad or Kale and Roasted Beet Salad with Hot Honey Vinaigrette.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
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This is a masterpiece of modernist Chinese architecture and design from China’s first Pritzker Prize-winning architect Wang Shu whose work is a poetic alternative to the country’s generic glass and steel highrises.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Since 2015, the hotel has been a jewel of the Oetker Collection, whose portfolio includes icons such as Le Bristol Paris and the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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Senior Test Kitchen editor Shilpa Uskokovic carefully crowned the top with the jewel-like fruit.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 June 2026
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The pair kept venturing farther across the rocks, hoping to find more treasures along the shoreline.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
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Witter is Desert Vintage’s longest-serving employee, save for its current owners, Roberto Cowan and Salima Boufelfel, and is in charge of categorizing and dating the rare and glorious treasures that come through the shop’s doors.—
Max Berlinger,
Vogue,
11 June 2026
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In the event of multiple jackpot winners, the jackpot prize will be shared.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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Map out the road to the final and pick your favorite team to take home the world’s biggest prize.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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The 20-year-old was a persistent nuisance pressing Swiss defenders and nearly produced a highlight-reel goal, ripping a powerful shot that Gregor Kobel tipped onto the crossbar with a spectacular save in the 49th minute.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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If the intent of these summer shows is to connect art to the earth, these objects are the highlight of the show.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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The gems are also heavily associated with healing.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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The skin care gem is rich in omega-3 fatty acids to deeply hydrate and plump your skin while simultaneously protecting it from future damage.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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Stellar Texas lefty Dylan Volantis Georgia takes on Texas Saturday night in a College World Series game in Omaha, with the winner advancing to face either Oklahoma or Alabama on Monday.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
13 June 2026
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In the event of multiple jackpot winners, the jackpot prize will be shared.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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“Showpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showpiece. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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