as in masterpieces
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 showpieces
Princess Margaret Beach and neighboring Lower Bay Beach are the showpieces of an island undeniably blessed with some of the nicest shores in the region.
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
Against this backdrop, destinations like the House of Sulwhasoo aren’t just showpieces.
—Carol Rh Malasig, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Some of the most impressive of these diffuser debuts are offerings from esteemed perfume houses and luxury brands, on a mission to elevate home fragrance through these unique showpieces.
—Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2025
Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
Against this backdrop, destinations like the House of Sulwhasoo aren’t just showpieces.
—Carol Rh Malasig, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Some of the most impressive of these diffuser debuts are offerings from esteemed perfume houses and luxury brands, on a mission to elevate home fragrance through these unique showpieces.
—Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showpieces
Noun
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Two 'unique masterpieces' are built each year under what is known as Programme Solitaire.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Feb. 2026
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Barrymore, who's been wearing a lovely chestnut brown hair color for a while, invited hair-transformation king Chris Appleton to turn both her and Valerie Bertinelli's hair into silver masterpieces on the set of the Drew Barrymore Show.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Duchess of Sussex was styled by Eric Archibald and Tracy Robbins, and wore a custom gown by Harbison Studio by Ccharles Harbison with Maison Mèrenor jewels.—
Andrea Navarro,
Vogue,
8 Feb. 2026
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Could these be the jewels that gave Johor its name?—
Jeff Chu,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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But the role Hough most treasures these days is also his newest—dad.—
Sari Hitchins,
Parents,
5 Feb. 2026
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Visit your favorite thrift stores regularly to uncover new treasures.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
4 Feb. 2026
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Six-figure top prizes are considered large for the most prominent bass fishing tournaments, like the Bassmaster Classic, which had a $300,000 top prize last year, according to CBS News.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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This office can cash prizes up to $49,999.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Located at 262 Mott Street in New York City, the Wrangler Archive Gallery displays original 1947 rodeo denim to hard-to-find vintage gems sourced from the brand’s own archives as well as Japanese collector Ric Kanamaru’s private collection.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
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In signature Mardi Gras colors, try adding gems for an eye-catching set that's nothing short of memorable.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
5 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Showpieces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showpieces. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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