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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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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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as in proves
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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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
Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
In the wake of the Iranian attack on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, MarineTraffic tracking data shows an almost total standstill of vessels transiting through the waterway.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
The home is in the Wynfield Forest community, Google Maps shows.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
The Kardashians airs episodes weekly but the vast majority of its reality slate, including Mormon Wives, Vanderpump Villa and Love Overboard, as well as upcoming shows Million Dollar Nannies and House of Stassi, follows the binge drop model.
—Peter White, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
During our video chat, Perry shows me part of his extensive collection.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The pattern of stripes shows that the photon’s two interfering paths are wave-like, also suggesting that a quantum particle behaves much like a wave.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Charming vintage footage shows how the two could go toe-to-toe with one another, even while on other sides of a dueling piano.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
The exhibition shows how, on rare occasions, the royal wardrobe was used to express something beyond respect for another nation.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
So there’s always a possibility that somebody from one of our shows could be on.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
Despite the bad blood, the band invited him to join them on and off for live shows, including the gigs that formed the 1971 live album Welcome to the Canteen.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 22 Apr. 2026
Ann-Marie Guglieri, Yale's executive deputy director/chief operating officer of athletics, and Mary Berdo, deputy director of athletics, the second- and third-ranked positions in the department under Chun, purchased a house together in Milford, Connecticut, in June 2018, the deed shows.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Of the 43 analysts covering Airbnb, 21 have a hold rating on the stock, LSEG data shows.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
Atalla is one of British comedy’s biggest names, winning Emmys, BAFTAs and Golden Globe, and producing shows such as Big Boys, People Just Do Nothing and The IT Crowd.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
Currently, the Northeast is reporting the most ER visits for tick bites, followed by the Midwest, Southeast, West and South Central regions, respectively, CDC data shows.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
The RSNs are relegated to pre- and postgame shows.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
While the handling of the outburst by BAFTA and the BBC wasn’t ideal for anyone involved, the outrage and fallout from the event shows that Davidson’s lifelong mission to educate the wider population about Tourette syndrome is ongoing, and so important.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
In the wake of the Iranian attack on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, MarineTraffic tracking data shows an almost total standstill of vessels transiting through the waterway.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
The home is in the Wynfield Forest community, Google Maps shows.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
The Kardashians airs episodes weekly but the vast majority of its reality slate, including Mormon Wives, Vanderpump Villa and Love Overboard, as well as upcoming shows Million Dollar Nannies and House of Stassi, follows the binge drop model.
—Peter White, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
During our video chat, Perry shows me part of his extensive collection.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The pattern of stripes shows that the photon’s two interfering paths are wave-like, also suggesting that a quantum particle behaves much like a wave.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Charming vintage footage shows how the two could go toe-to-toe with one another, even while on other sides of a dueling piano.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
The exhibition shows how, on rare occasions, the royal wardrobe was used to express something beyond respect for another nation.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
Noun
There are concerts, comedy shows, malls, sports.
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
So there’s always a possibility that somebody from one of our shows could be on.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
Despite the bad blood, the band invited him to join them on and off for live shows, including the gigs that formed the 1971 live album Welcome to the Canteen.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 22 Apr. 2026
Ann-Marie Guglieri, Yale's executive deputy director/chief operating officer of athletics, and Mary Berdo, deputy director of athletics, the second- and third-ranked positions in the department under Chun, purchased a house together in Milford, Connecticut, in June 2018, the deed shows.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Of the 43 analysts covering Airbnb, 21 have a hold rating on the stock, LSEG data shows.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
Atalla is one of British comedy’s biggest names, winning Emmys, BAFTAs and Golden Globe, and producing shows such as Big Boys, People Just Do Nothing and The IT Crowd.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
Currently, the Northeast is reporting the most ER visits for tick bites, followed by the Midwest, Southeast, West and South Central regions, respectively, CDC data shows.
—ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
The RSNs are relegated to pre- and postgame shows.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shows
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Sure, Wallace proudly displays his championship medal and ring in his home.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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In both Evil Dead Rise and The Mummy, Cronin displays a curiosity for using these tropes to display the rot at the heart of the nuclear family unit.—
Gregory Nussen,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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New research reveals a potential link between GLP-1 drugs and improvements in myriad health conditions, including sleep apnea, joint pain, liver disease, heart disease, asthma, and even addiction.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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The report also reveals that interest on Blogoslawski’s own late tax payments was eliminated.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Thirteen courses later, Rannaghor proves that the region’s culinary past is also a portal to its future.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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And the whole business proves, happily, to have a lot of heart — broken sometimes, but that’s life, even in Toontown.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Wilderness guides at Magashi Peninsula are well trained, the accommodation and food spoiling, and the wildlife sightings glorious.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Rather than making decisions for clients, Bacon guides them through the process, keeping them focused on one area at a time.—
Panashe Matemba-Mutasa,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This year’s event raised money for UpSpire, an employment program; Tarrant Area Food Bank; United Community Centers, focusing on food and literacy; and Tarrant To & Through Partnership, which steers students toward college or careers.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Apr. 2026
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Studies show that during neutral years, the jet stream often steers storms out to sea rather than toward the Gulf Coast or Southeast, reducing overall landfall risk.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Their relationship is fascinating, and Guardiola often appears at the end of his tether, but the manager finally recognises that Cherki’s creative talents are worth indulging.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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There appears to be no such thing as rock bottom for the Mets.—
James O'Connell,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The event features several dozen vendors with handmade crafts and supplies, such as artisan wool, demonstrations on wool spinning and rug weaving and workshops on crocheting to broom making.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Does that mean the Santa Ana Police Department could potentially bill the federal government for more than half a million dollars for resources expended responding to anti-ICE demonstrations in June 2025?—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In the photos, Fillmore sits proudly on the grass guarding his home, and later poses with a firefighter.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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With sparse amounts of slapstick, this staging isn’t the most physical of farces, though Lutz and Enriquez in particular strike some laugh-out-loud poses.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Shows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shows. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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