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or showed
1
as in displayed
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 revealed
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 proven
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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as in taught
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 directed
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 appeared
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 shown
Their bodies were found with plastic bags over their heads and evidence that their hands had been zip-tied near their father's truck, court documents obtained by USA TODAY showed.
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Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
The team showed that the material continued to function after long exposure to stress and acidic corrosion, conditions similar to those in the gastrointestinal tract.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2025
The researchers selected for these genetic alterations because some previous research has shown that aspirin intervention has had a positive impact on suppressing tumor growth.
—New Atlas, 18 Sep. 2025
At that time, the dot plot still showed a majority of Fed policymakers (8) believed that rates would be cut twice more in 2025.
—Paul Weinstein Jr, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Human cravings for booze may have deep evolutionary roots, a new study has shown.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
Still, on an aggregate basis, US households appear to be managing their debt and delinquencies haven’t escalated to concerning levels, Moody’s Analytics’ US Household Debt report for August showed.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
While there is definitely debate on whether or not the graphic videos of Kirk’s death should be shown, those rejoicing in his death are receiving rapid retribution.
—Amy Delaura, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Ohio State’s offensive line held up better than expected against the Vols, and the Buckeyes’ defense has shown new life since that Oregon loss.
—Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
The team showed that the material continued to function after long exposure to stress and acidic corrosion, conditions similar to those in the gastrointestinal tract.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2025
The researchers selected for these genetic alterations because some previous research has shown that aspirin intervention has had a positive impact on suppressing tumor growth.
—New Atlas, 18 Sep. 2025
At that time, the dot plot still showed a majority of Fed policymakers (8) believed that rates would be cut twice more in 2025.
—Paul Weinstein Jr, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Human cravings for booze may have deep evolutionary roots, a new study has shown.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
Still, on an aggregate basis, US households appear to be managing their debt and delinquencies haven’t escalated to concerning levels, Moody’s Analytics’ US Household Debt report for August showed.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
While there is definitely debate on whether or not the graphic videos of Kirk’s death should be shown, those rejoicing in his death are receiving rapid retribution.
—Amy Delaura, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Ohio State’s offensive line held up better than expected against the Vols, and the Buckeyes’ defense has shown new life since that Oregon loss.
—Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shown
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Colors are displayed with unwavering precision, gradients move with fluidity, and images are razor-sharp.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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The polarization was vividly displayed on the eve of the start of the trial, when tens of thousands of Brazilians took to the streets to express their views in favor and against Bolsonaro’s prosecution.—
Omar G. Encarnación,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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The new smart glasses are a bridge between the company's audio-only Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and the experimental Orion augmented reality glasses that the company revealed at last year's Connect event.—
Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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Authorities revealed that bullet casings recovered at the scene included antifascist messaging, and online messages and additional evidence from the suspect, Tyler Robinson, indicate he may have been driven by Leftist ideology.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Sep. 2025
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The class begins with incarcerated people being taught general knowledge of the industry.—
Sydney Sasser,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Aug. 2025
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Tyx has lived in the Kansas City area for four years and previously taught middle school Spanish.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Aug. 2025
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They can then be directed to a location (possibly on a different floor) where a car will arrive to drop-off passengers, cutting the airport traffic in half.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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At one point, the group directed a tractor trailer to maneuver around her car.—
Laura Kwerel,
NPR,
17 Sep. 2025
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The series appeared to be headed for a sweep in the acting categories when Britt Lower pulled an upset early in the ceremony by taking the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series over Matlock nominee Kathy Bates.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Israel’s assault on Gaza City appeared to be accelerating, with the military issuing evacuation orders for several towers in Gaza City within just a few hours Sunday morning.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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The remainder of the perimeter exhibited primarily backing and smoldering fire behavior.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Narwhals have exhibited intense fear responses to seismic airguns used in oil and gas exploration, making sudden, deep dives to escape the blasts.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
11 Sep. 2025
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Last year demonstrated that late September and early October can be an active period for tropical development, with multiple threats that may be high-impact and potentially devastating.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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The team successfully demonstrated the system’s ability to quickly store and retrieve a digital image, proving its functionality for fast, large-scale data storage.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
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This experience proved to me that predictive AI is a fundamental shift in marketing.—
Dr. Bin Tang,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Saturday’s game against Georgia proved that Aguilar and Tennessee’s offense are ready to go toe-to-toe with any defense in the country.—
Antonio Morales,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Shown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shown. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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