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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
Arkansas Online, 13 Mar. 2026
Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Michael Fanning has been suspended without pay for assaulting two women, including his 30-year-old daughter, a court docket shows Thursday.
—Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 13 Mar. 2026
The poll also shows disapproval from nearly a quarter of Republicans.
—Jay Caruso, The Washington Examiner, 13 Mar. 2026
Video from the scene shows smoke billowing from the building.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 13 Mar. 2026
Publicly available satellite imagery shows the school building was part of the military compound until about 2017, when a new wall was added to separate the two.
—Aamer Madhani, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
October 23 – November 21 Pressure shows what immediately deserves attention.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 12 Mar. 2026
At the event, Jessi — despite her technically married status — shows herself to be a natural flirt.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Also in this episode, The Run-Through gets a behind-the-scenes look at the Rick Owens and Saint Laurent shows in Paris.
—Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
Maliha Shoaib, Vogue, 12 Mar. 2026
The additional shows will push the veteran metal band even further into 2027, with new the latest dates slated for March 4 & 6 and March 11 & 13.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2026
For those who prioritize raw power, the latest from Roborock shows just how far suction technology has come.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
The unexpectedly weird shows, though, their individual peculiarities can be fascinating.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 11 Mar. 2026
Investors have grown choosier, and shows are struggling to hit even their minimum capitalizations.
—Andrew Zucker, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
The board was set, and Samson Fellows was feeling good—until the week before the shows.
—Hazlitt, 11 Mar. 2026
Her latest projects include Practical Magic 2, and two TV shows, Scarpetta and Margo’s Got Money Troubles.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2026
The production and stage will be three times the size of the comedians’ normal stages and will be managed by the same team that produces stadium shows for acts like Los Bukis and Bad Bunny.
—Deputy Entertainment, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
Satellite analysis by the AP shows that the school, as well as other targets struck the same day, had characteristics visible from the air that could have identified them as civilian sites before they were struck.
—Arkansas Online, 13 Mar. 2026
Philadelphia Common Pleas Court Judge Michael Fanning has been suspended without pay for assaulting two women, including his 30-year-old daughter, a court docket shows Thursday.
—Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 13 Mar. 2026
The poll also shows disapproval from nearly a quarter of Republicans.
—Jay Caruso, The Washington Examiner, 13 Mar. 2026
Video from the scene shows smoke billowing from the building.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 13 Mar. 2026
Publicly available satellite imagery shows the school building was part of the military compound until about 2017, when a new wall was added to separate the two.
—Aamer Madhani, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
October 23 – November 21 Pressure shows what immediately deserves attention.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 12 Mar. 2026
At the event, Jessi — despite her technically married status — shows herself to be a natural flirt.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
Also in this episode, The Run-Through gets a behind-the-scenes look at the Rick Owens and Saint Laurent shows in Paris.
—Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
The three-week experiment marks a turning point for the 10-year-old brand, which has built a loyal following through accessible prices and high-touch customer initiatives, including client trunk shows.
—Maliha Shoaib, Vogue, 12 Mar. 2026
The additional shows will push the veteran metal band even further into 2027, with new the latest dates slated for March 4 & 6 and March 11 & 13.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2026
For those who prioritize raw power, the latest from Roborock shows just how far suction technology has come.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
The unexpectedly weird shows, though, their individual peculiarities can be fascinating.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 11 Mar. 2026
Investors have grown choosier, and shows are struggling to hit even their minimum capitalizations.
—Andrew Zucker, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
The board was set, and Samson Fellows was feeling good—until the week before the shows.
—Hazlitt, 11 Mar. 2026
Her latest projects include Practical Magic 2, and two TV shows, Scarpetta and Margo’s Got Money Troubles.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2026
The production and stage will be three times the size of the comedians’ normal stages and will be managed by the same team that produces stadium shows for acts like Los Bukis and Bad Bunny.
—Deputy Entertainment, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shows
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The list displays all public schools in alphabetical order, followed by private schools and then colleges and universities.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Attractive green foliage sets off other plants in summer, and in fall, the plant displays a lovely yellow-gold color.—
Lynn McAlpine,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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Data from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education reveals fewer than half of third graders are proficient readers, falling 14 percentage points below 2019 levels.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
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Plus visiting Greece in the off-season reveals handsome landscapes without the heat and crowds that summer can bring.—
Katie Silcox,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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There proves a fundamental, existential dilemma.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Mar. 2026
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In its defense, the Pacifica is the exception that proves my rule.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Their professional training guides them towards a certain structural approach that enabled them to organize the apartment in an airy, streamlined way.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
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This guides lawn grub activity off-site and away from the lawn.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Whether China can use that shifting landscape to accelerate its rise as a global power will depend in part on how well Xi’s government steers the economy.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Co-produced by Jorge Milliano, Tomy B and J-Trons, and written by Gael, Kenneth Vargas, and Derek, the song steers away from Nicky’s signature reggaetón sound, and welcomes the Puerto Rican artist into Venesti’s musical realm — one that’s powered by Latin Afrobeats and pop fusions.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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For the first time, there appears to be a commitment that Foxboro will incur no cost and will not have to worry about reimbursement processes.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Taleghan 2 appears to be deeply buried, similar to Fordow and Natanz, and its recent hardening may have prompted the use of extremely heavy bunker-busters.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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Navarro, his daughter Saily Navarro and other prominent dissidents like artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara and musician Maykel Castillo, all convicted for participating in islandwide demonstrations against the government on July 11, 2021, are still in prison.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Veyron participated in marketing events, photo shoots, and customer demonstrations, traveling the world to spread the gospel of Bugatti.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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By mimicking each other’s body poses.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2026
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Working from home poses some unique challenges that are not necessarily present when commuting to an office each day.—
Metro Creative Services,
Boston Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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