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as in displays
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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2
as in reveals
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the actor's expressive face shows his every thought and emotion clearly
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3
as in proves
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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4
as in guides
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 steers
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 appears
to come into view
another car showed just as we were thinking we'd have the whole place to ourselves
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as in demonstrations
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
the children made a show of disgust when confronted with asparagus
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as in poses
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
her "concern" for the less fortunate is all just a big show
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3
as in faces
outward and often deceptive indication
a false show of strength that fooled the enemy
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as in exhibits
a public showing of objects of interest
a boat show at the convention center
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Recent Examples of shows
Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 9 Nov. 2025
The atlas shows routes spanning from Spain to Syria, connecting more than 5,000 ancient settlements.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
The video shows immigration agents arresting a man later identified as Dennis Quiñonez, as people shout that there is a child in the back of the car.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 9 Nov. 2025
In a truly enormous space, over 100,000 square feet, that was once a Lord & Taylor department store, you are greeted with giant murals depicting Netflix shows on all sides.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
The study also shows the value of long-term sky surveys like the Zwicky Transient Facility (ZTF) and Catalina Real-Time Transient Survey, which continuously monitor changes in the night sky.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
The tree ring data shows that fires in the Apache territory during this period followed their schedule, not a schedule driven by drought or lightning.
—Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Plowright says this study shows that rats could be a possible bridging host.
—NPR, 8 Nov. 2025
To determine the ranking, Skyscanner looked at destinations with the biggest year-over-year increases in searches to which shows where exactly travelers are most interested in heading to in the upcoming year.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
What’s that been like and how have the shows been going?
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2025
Elliott gave credit to Taylor Sheridan, who was there, for casting him in both shows and bringing him back to the Lone Star state.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Nov. 2025
Domingo has an extensive acting résumé, having appeared in many notable Broadway shows, TV series and films over the years.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Admission is $8 per person and gets you access to the International Space Hall of Fame and the New Horizons Dome Theater & Planetarium, which runs daily shows and live presentations.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Billy Bob Thornton is calling out celebrities who bring politics to award shows.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Pluribus is also set in Albuquerque, New Mexico, just like the Breaking Bad shows and spinoffs.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 7 Nov. 2025
On the fall 2025 runways, the design popped up at shows like Patou (in the form of knee-high boots), Dries Van Noten (slide-on flats) and Ulla Johnson (over-the-knee boots).
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
Dak Brinkley shows pass rushing ability KU freshman defensive end Dak Brinkley recorded the first two sacks of his college career on back-to-back plays in the second quarter.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 9 Nov. 2025
The atlas shows routes spanning from Spain to Syria, connecting more than 5,000 ancient settlements.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
The video shows immigration agents arresting a man later identified as Dennis Quiñonez, as people shout that there is a child in the back of the car.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 9 Nov. 2025
In a truly enormous space, over 100,000 square feet, that was once a Lord & Taylor department store, you are greeted with giant murals depicting Netflix shows on all sides.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
The study also shows the value of long-term sky surveys like the Zwicky Transient Facility (ZTF) and Catalina Real-Time Transient Survey, which continuously monitor changes in the night sky.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
The tree ring data shows that fires in the Apache territory during this period followed their schedule, not a schedule driven by drought or lightning.
—Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Plowright says this study shows that rats could be a possible bridging host.
—NPR, 8 Nov. 2025
To determine the ranking, Skyscanner looked at destinations with the biggest year-over-year increases in searches to which shows where exactly travelers are most interested in heading to in the upcoming year.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Noun
Chicago O’Hare, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International, Denver International and Dallas-Fort Worth also experienced dozens of cancellations and hundreds of delays, FlightAware data shows.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
What’s that been like and how have the shows been going?
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2025
Elliott gave credit to Taylor Sheridan, who was there, for casting him in both shows and bringing him back to the Lone Star state.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Nov. 2025
Domingo has an extensive acting résumé, having appeared in many notable Broadway shows, TV series and films over the years.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Admission is $8 per person and gets you access to the International Space Hall of Fame and the New Horizons Dome Theater & Planetarium, which runs daily shows and live presentations.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Billy Bob Thornton is calling out celebrities who bring politics to award shows.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Pluribus is also set in Albuquerque, New Mexico, just like the Breaking Bad shows and spinoffs.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 7 Nov. 2025
On the fall 2025 runways, the design popped up at shows like Patou (in the form of knee-high boots), Dries Van Noten (slide-on flats) and Ulla Johnson (over-the-knee boots).
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shows
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The second postcard displays a tree that is bursting with coins, as if money is sprouting from the branches.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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The map displays the 40 airports required by the FAA to reduce flights, which are primarily major airports in large cities with high volumes of air traffic.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
7 Nov. 2025
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Inside the mule, California shearling brings warmth while a semi-transparent gum sole reveals the ERL logo beneath.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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The resulting internal split within the Democratic Party reveals a high-stakes debate about legislative priorities, political strategy, and the practical impacts of government closures nationwide.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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The pro-union, NYCHA-founding leader who fought Tammany Hall and improved New York City’s public infrastructure proves there’s precedent for big social change in this town.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Despite looking like a fighter pilot who could win a game of dogfight football, Colin isn’t framed as a temptation for Marissa, and a lack of sexy secrets proves to be a recurring blind spot for the series, even if those two have plenty of other skeletons in their massive, boring closets.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
6 Nov. 2025
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Adventure guides the ninth sign's spirit; these wanderers are not afraid to take risks.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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Haverstock guides chef and friend Ranga Perera, launching on a section of the Middle Fork Flathead River that’s overlooked by most park visitors.—
Outside,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The vibe definitely steers more toward homey than hotel, which is fitting considering its remote, spectacular location.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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The plot unfolds at the urgent but erratic pace of a life-altering business deal, as Bonitzer unfussily steers us through a series of small rooms as people scramble to determine the proper thing to do with Schiele’s painting.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Florida, however, appears committed to the trades.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 Nov. 2025
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One of the vehicles – a cargo truck bearing the dairy factory’s logo – appears to be completely torched, with a thick cloud of black smoke rising from it.—
Zeena Saifi,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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Row between stores The backlash towards Shein has extended beyond demonstrations on the street and government probes.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
7 Nov. 2025
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Those demonstrations suggest incremental competence in manipulation and perception, rather than the extreme agility emphasized by Atlas.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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In the sweet picture, the little one poses next to a giant flamingo statue in the Tampa airport.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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This, of course, is trivial compared to the risk the Colorado River Basin’s shrinking snowpack poses to nearly every Southwest settlement, livelihood and life form that relies on its steady trickle downstream.—
Shaun McKinnon,
AZCentral.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Shows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shows. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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