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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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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
Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 14 May 2026
Resident video shows aftermath Initial video released Sunday by a nearby resident showed officers running along the light‑rail tracks toward a person, and one officer kicking away what appears to be a gun from the individual on the ground.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Data from the Circuit Clerk of Cook County shows that 246 out of 3,048 defendants released pre-trial and placed on ankle monitoring are missing and aren't actively wearing their ankle monitor.
—Adam Sabes , Michael Tobin, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
State compliance data shows the center had no citations on its last two inspections on March 20 and April 17.
—Lina Ruiz
may 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Ines is a little dazzled by the older girl’s seeming worldliness and Hanna shows big-sisterly fondness for Ines, making her, along with her diary, the repository of her secrets.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 14 May 2026
For Levi’s Stadium’s first match — between Switzerland and Qatar on June 13 — FIFA’s hospitality website shows seats reserved on the 100-level ranging from $3,100 to $3,400 as of Thursday.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
Voter districts in Missouri’s 2025 congressional map This map shows voter districts in Clay, Platte and Jackson counties within Missouri’s 4th, 5th and 6th Congressional districts.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
In a recess behind the desk in Carnevali’s office a photo shows Squinzi and his wife Adriana Spazzoli holding the TIM Trophy at the Mapei in 2013.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Dana Taylor, USA Today, 13 May 2026
The move to Netflix is part of an expansion of the streamer’s live event programming which has seen a push with live sports such as boxing and wrestling (WWE Raw), live stand-up comedy specials and awards shows, including SAG-AFTRA’s Actor Awards.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 13 May 2026
Eschewing the traditional runway calendar in favor of shows at classic Italian retreats like Portofino and Sicily, Pucci has emerged as a popular choice this summer.
—Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
Beyond concerts and other shows, the event space will also be available for weddings, galas and more, according to the company’s news release.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Above all, Putin favors big shows of Russian dignity and power.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 13 May 2026
There are no shows beyond that.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026
The festivities will include vendors, food trucks, a beer garden and live music shows.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
Babies who don’t get the vitamin K shot, research shows, are 81 times more likely than those who do to develop late vitamin K deficiency bleeding, where in many cases oxygen can’t reach their brains and blood pools around their skulls.
—Lee Hutchinson, ArsTechnica, 6 May 2026
Verb
According to the Wall Street Journal, new data shows the growth of xAI’s two-year old chatbot, Grok, has stagnated.
—Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 14 May 2026
Resident video shows aftermath Initial video released Sunday by a nearby resident showed officers running along the light‑rail tracks toward a person, and one officer kicking away what appears to be a gun from the individual on the ground.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Data from the Circuit Clerk of Cook County shows that 246 out of 3,048 defendants released pre-trial and placed on ankle monitoring are missing and aren't actively wearing their ankle monitor.
—Adam Sabes , Michael Tobin, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
State compliance data shows the center had no citations on its last two inspections on March 20 and April 17.
—Lina Ruiz
may 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Ines is a little dazzled by the older girl’s seeming worldliness and Hanna shows big-sisterly fondness for Ines, making her, along with her diary, the repository of her secrets.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 14 May 2026
For Levi’s Stadium’s first match — between Switzerland and Qatar on June 13 — FIFA’s hospitality website shows seats reserved on the 100-level ranging from $3,100 to $3,400 as of Thursday.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
Voter districts in Missouri’s 2025 congressional map This map shows voter districts in Clay, Platte and Jackson counties within Missouri’s 4th, 5th and 6th Congressional districts.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
In a recess behind the desk in Carnevali’s office a photo shows Squinzi and his wife Adriana Spazzoli holding the TIM Trophy at the Mapei in 2013.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Noun
So these shows are very healthy relative to a lot of other media.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 13 May 2026
The move to Netflix is part of an expansion of the streamer’s live event programming which has seen a push with live sports such as boxing and wrestling (WWE Raw), live stand-up comedy specials and awards shows, including SAG-AFTRA’s Actor Awards.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 13 May 2026
Eschewing the traditional runway calendar in favor of shows at classic Italian retreats like Portofino and Sicily, Pucci has emerged as a popular choice this summer.
—Diana Tsui, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
Beyond concerts and other shows, the event space will also be available for weddings, galas and more, according to the company’s news release.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Above all, Putin favors big shows of Russian dignity and power.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 13 May 2026
There are no shows beyond that.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026
The festivities will include vendors, food trucks, a beer garden and live music shows.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
Babies who don’t get the vitamin K shot, research shows, are 81 times more likely than those who do to develop late vitamin K deficiency bleeding, where in many cases oxygen can’t reach their brains and blood pools around their skulls.
—Lee Hutchinson, ArsTechnica, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shows
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Two high-profile shows at the same time—and yet, her countenance displays no sign of exhaustion.—
Dennis Braatz,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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An operating license for a dilapidated Boba tea kiosk displays a 2024 expiration date.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Gray and his superb cast are in blazing form and full command here in a bruising movie that reveals the heavy price of pursuing the American Dream too recklessly, instead of heeding Aeschylus’ words.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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But tending to two people reveals the fine line between freedom and precarity.—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
16 May 2026
Verb
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That opacity serves a clear purpose, but Martelli is enamored by it to a fault, and Inés’ refusal to question the people around her or make any significant decisions beyond keeping her mouth shut eventually proves more trying than helpful.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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Our rendition of the French bistro favorite proves that this dish doesn't have to be tricky.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Among other damage, the oil can essentially suffocate mangrove trees, interfere with hawksbill turtles’ and green sea turtles’ sense of smell that guides their navigation, and prevent fish from reproducing.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
14 May 2026
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Sal Rodriguez, the opinion editor for the Southern California News Group’s 11 newspapers, heads the editorial board and guides our stances on public policy and political matters.—
Teagan Davidge,
Daily News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Gomez has been outspoken about the tactics of her colleague Carr, who steers the agency and influences the direction of the FCC’s regulatory Media Bureau.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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Bukayo Saka steers Arsenal in-front vs Atletico!—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Fighting appears to shift in Ukraine’s favor The correlation of forces in the war has shifted in recent months.—
Hanna Arhirova,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The La Jolla Recreation Center appears to have been saved from potential closure after San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria revised a budget proposal that last month included a scenario in which the 111-year-old building would be shuttered.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Aikens has a modest staff, including a host and a house dom, a professional dominant who performs demonstrations such as flogging and wax play for the 30-and-over crowd.—
Victoria M. Walker,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 May 2026
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Hundreds of people protested at the Connecticut statehouse in March 2025, part of nationwide demonstrations opposing the Republican plan to cut Medicaid by about $1 trillion over the next decade.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Researchers have therefore been scrambling to quantify what risk all that smoke poses for human health.—
Joanna Thompson,
Space.com,
12 May 2026
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In April 2021, Borelli and McCreary hit their best poses in their protective gear on set.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
PEOPLE,
7 May 2026
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“Shows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shows. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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