1
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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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
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
One feed shows real-time footage of the FIFA Fan Fest at Bayfront Park in downtown Miami, while another displays a map of Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, where World Cup matches are being held.
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Larry Seward,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
Video posted to social media shows the moment a building collapsed in El Junquito, Venezuela, as two massive consecutive earthquakes struck.
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Will Clark,
NBC news,
26 June 2026
The video then shows the woman throwing Martinez to the ground, grabbing her by the hair and repeatedly attacking her as bystanders try to step in and help.
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Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Eyewitness video shows passengers aboard a plane at Simon Bolivar International Airport on Wednesday when earthquakes struck Venezuela.
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Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
His first scene shows a human woman selling him to Duloc officials, but there's no further acknowledgement of his relationship with the woman.
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Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 June 2026
The survey, commissioned by The Political Company, shows Alme with a healthy 19-point lead because Democrat Alani Bankhead and independent Seth Bodnar are splitting the remainder of the vote.
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Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
18 June 2026
The society’s 2022 data shows that women, for example, only account for about 1 in 4 physics undergraduate degrees earned in the United States.
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Margaret Landis,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
24 June 2026
How have your previous live shows influenced the direction of this tour?
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Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
24 June 2026
Prior to these shows, Bridgers had kept a low profile since releasing The Record with her supergroup boygenius (alongside Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker) and going on a tour with them that concluded in February 2024.
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Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2026
Temperatures soared to just shy of 100 degrees Fahrenheit on Tuesday, the first full day of shows here.
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Max Berlinger,
Vogue,
24 June 2026
There are more clubs, more independent shows, more open mics and more opportunities to perform than there were just a few years ago.
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Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Since Full House, the New York native starred on shows like In Case of Emergency, 90210, When Calls the Heart and Summerland, co-creating and producing the latter.
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Diana Pearl,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Of 53 analysts covering AMD, 45 give it a buy or strong buy rating, LSEG data shows.
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Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
That same year, after Noah attended one of his dad’s shows, Bunnie Xo posted a photo of the three of them together on Instagram.
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Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 June 2026
Verb
Research shows over half of American travelers feel exhausted, with one in five admitting to booking a trip out of anger.
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Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
One feed shows real-time footage of the FIFA Fan Fest at Bayfront Park in downtown Miami, while another displays a map of Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, where World Cup matches are being held.
—
Larry Seward,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
Video posted to social media shows the moment a building collapsed in El Junquito, Venezuela, as two massive consecutive earthquakes struck.
—
Will Clark,
NBC news,
26 June 2026
The video then shows the woman throwing Martinez to the ground, grabbing her by the hair and repeatedly attacking her as bystanders try to step in and help.
—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Eyewitness video shows passengers aboard a plane at Simon Bolivar International Airport on Wednesday when earthquakes struck Venezuela.
—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
His first scene shows a human woman selling him to Duloc officials, but there's no further acknowledgement of his relationship with the woman.
—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 June 2026
The survey, commissioned by The Political Company, shows Alme with a healthy 19-point lead because Democrat Alani Bankhead and independent Seth Bodnar are splitting the remainder of the vote.
—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
18 June 2026
The society’s 2022 data shows that women, for example, only account for about 1 in 4 physics undergraduate degrees earned in the United States.
—
Margaret Landis,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
Noun
The guild received a record number of submissions for its 13th annual celebration of outstanding creative visual contributions of location professionals in contemporary and period films and TV shows, along with commercials and film commissions from around the world.
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Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
24 June 2026
How have your previous live shows influenced the direction of this tour?
—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
24 June 2026
Prior to these shows, Bridgers had kept a low profile since releasing The Record with her supergroup boygenius (alongside Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker) and going on a tour with them that concluded in February 2024.
—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2026
Temperatures soared to just shy of 100 degrees Fahrenheit on Tuesday, the first full day of shows here.
—
Max Berlinger,
Vogue,
24 June 2026
There are more clubs, more independent shows, more open mics and more opportunities to perform than there were just a few years ago.
—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Since Full House, the New York native starred on shows like In Case of Emergency, 90210, When Calls the Heart and Summerland, co-creating and producing the latter.
—
Diana Pearl,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Of 53 analysts covering AMD, 45 give it a buy or strong buy rating, LSEG data shows.
—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
That same year, after Noah attended one of his dad’s shows, Bunnie Xo posted a photo of the three of them together on Instagram.
—
Brianna Zigler,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shows
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Golden 1 Center displays a collection of vintage neon signs from historic local businesses, such as Shakey’s Pizza and Tower Records, on loan from the history center.
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Throughout, the living room TV displays his screen time.
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Applying Porter’s Five Forces to cannabis reveals an industry built to struggle.
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That edit-first habit is the real core of how to build a capsule wardrobe, since what is left reveals the gaps worth filling.
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Freedom 250 proves controversial Trump held this week's rally on the National Mall under the auspices of Freedom 250.
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Still, the strength of physical stores, from local independents to large chains, proves that convenience and trust still matter to consumers.
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Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin reopened in April with overhauled ride vehicles, upgraded interactive blasters, and a new character named Buddy who guides guests through the mission.
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Technological convergence, not a single technology, guides the future.
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The system accelerates, brakes and steers the vehicle in the lane.
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Smoked paprika, six cloves of garlic, fresh mint, and lemon juice create a smoky, citrusy, bright flavor combo that steers ordinary chicken breast into decidedly unexpected territory.
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Now, following intense backlash from local communities, a series of lawsuits and a leadership shakeup at the Department of Homeland Security, the agency appears to be abandoning the initiative – a dramatic shift away from a plan that had already seen spending upwards of $1 billion.
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Everyday life appears laid-back.
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Experts advise evaluating robots based on actual real-world data hours and performance in uncontrolled environments, rather than staged demonstrations.
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The boy was mesmerized by its interactive exhibits, which required him to push buttons and pull levers to determine the outcomes of science demonstrations.
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The entire cast is part of an underground ballroom competition, going claw to claw in matchups that rank the best poses, death drops, outfits, name brands, and choreography.
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The choice Lind poses—wages and Social Security, or a capital stake—is a false one.
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