1
as in displaying
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 revealing
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 proving
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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4
as in guiding
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 steering
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 appearing
to come into view
another car showed just as we were thinking we'd have the whole place to ourselves
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Recent Examples of showing
Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2025
However, the poor showing for Democrats doesn’t seem to put a terrible damper on their prospects heading into the next general election in 2026.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 8 Sep. 2025
Oren Oppenheim, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
The comments came as New Zealand Police released images on Tuesday showing a campsite set up in Waitomo, which is believed to be where Phillips and his children had been staying before he was fatally shot.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Both brands will hold intimate showings in lieu of traditional runway formats.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2025
However, the poor showing for Democrats doesn’t seem to put a terrible damper on their prospects heading into the next general election in 2026.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
Investigators found notebooks filled with hate, violent thoughts and admiration for mass murderers, showing clear signs of deep mental instability.
—Oren Oppenheim, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2025
The comments came as New Zealand Police released images on Tuesday showing a campsite set up in Waitomo, which is believed to be where Phillips and his children had been staying before he was fatally shot.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showing
Verb
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These systems, mounted on school buses, use high-definition cameras to detect vehicles that illegally pass when the school bus is stopped and displaying stop signals.—
BusPatrol - A Mission-Driven Organization,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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The platform will switch to displaying weekly active visitors.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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China’s economy showed further signs of weakness last month, with key data Monday revealing factory output and consumption rising at their weakest pace for around a year.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
15 Sep. 2025
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The statement-making backless dress was embellished with elaborate beadwork and a decorative clasp at her upper back, while also revealing her backside.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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Researchers validated the catalyst’s performance inside an actual electrolysis unit cell, proving its real-world viability.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Sep. 2025
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Prosecutors say a text conversation with his roommate, a confession to his parents and DNA evidence on a rifle found near the university will be the first steps in proving Robinson is responsible for the murder witnessed live by hundreds of people.—
Taylor Romine,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
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In such cases, an AI assistant will be vital for decision-making, monitoring health, and guiding experiments.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The coach who turned 100 last month perhaps is best known for guiding Buffalo to four straight Super Bowls and, alas, losing all four.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
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Trying to satisfy every stakeholder spreads you thin and risks steering the product off course.—
Julia Korn,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Putting structures in place keeps emotions from steering decisions off course.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
13 Sep. 2025
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After appearing on the Pittsburgh Steelers' injury report prior to Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks, Alex Highsmith exited the first half with an ankle injury.—
Evan Bell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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Powell recently hinted at the possibility of an interest rate cut, appearing to indicate greater concern for flagging employment growth than for rising prices.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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The glasses, which costs $799, contain a small digital display that can be controlled via hand gestures through a wristband powered by neural technology, confirming a CNBC report in August.—
Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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The high-resolution display can be controlled using a wrist accessory called the Meta Neural Band.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
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Yamaha will be exhibiting its two new models at the upcoming SoCal CanJam headphone enthusiast show, which is on from September 13-14, at the Irvine Marriott in Irvine, California.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Acutis’ site reported incidents of the host – the bread used in the rite – beginning to bleed or even exhibiting living tissue.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Showing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showing. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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