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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
Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Our research shows these concerts significantly increased occupancy rates in short-term rentals – although the effect did not translate to hotels.
—Gidon Jakar, The Conversation, 5 Feb. 2026
In a 2024 TikTok video that has reeled in over six million views, Welch shows the pathetic state of her softside suitcase upon her arrival at O’ahu.
—Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
The film, which shows an aimless day in the life of Austin, showcases some of its more eccentric characters.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Dramatic video shows the moment that a woman was thrown to the ground when federal agents clashed with an immigrants' rights group in Ventura County on Monday afternoon.
—Gio Insignares, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Why the Start of the Year Means More For Duque, the beginning of the year shows a clear shift in donation behavior.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
ChaiFlicks already streamers Yes-sold shows Shtisel, Unsilenced, Fire Dance and Just for Today.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Video shows that in the seconds before Pretti is shot, the 37-year-old ICU nurse grabs the observer’s backpack when he is pulled to the ground by a group of agents.
—Yahya Abou-Ghazala, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Pop singer Demi Lovato has canceled five shows on their upcoming tour, including a Ball Arena concert, and pushed back the start date due to concerns about their health.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
James Van Der Beek, who played the titular Dawson Leery on Kevin Williamson’s WB hit Dawson’s Creek and also starred in Varsity Blues, The Rules of Attraction and other films and TV shows, died Wednesday after a long battle with colorectal cancer.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
At the shows of the five emerging designers, Starbucks gift cards will be distributed to models, stylists, VIPs and other attendees.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
That’s a lot to have in common, besides the world famous source material, but the two shows go off in sharply different directions.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
In her 80s, said Allan Vella, president and CEO of the Fox, Wills trekked to New York to see several Broadway shows in a single week.
—Mark Woolsey, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The company boasts about 4,500 employees worldwide, a securities filing shows.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 11 Feb. 2026
In her 50s, soft-spoken and quick to smile, Hertz is even a regular at many of her tenants’ shows.
—Daniel Yadin, Curbed, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
Footage of the incident shows King Charles greeting dozens of residents when one man shouted at him, asking whether the monarch had urged police to investigate his disgraced brother, according to The Times.
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Our research shows these concerts significantly increased occupancy rates in short-term rentals – although the effect did not translate to hotels.
—Gidon Jakar, The Conversation, 5 Feb. 2026
In a 2024 TikTok video that has reeled in over six million views, Welch shows the pathetic state of her softside suitcase upon her arrival at O’ahu.
—Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026
The film, which shows an aimless day in the life of Austin, showcases some of its more eccentric characters.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 5 Feb. 2026
Dramatic video shows the moment that a woman was thrown to the ground when federal agents clashed with an immigrants' rights group in Ventura County on Monday afternoon.
—Gio Insignares, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Why the Start of the Year Means More For Duque, the beginning of the year shows a clear shift in donation behavior.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
ChaiFlicks already streamers Yes-sold shows Shtisel, Unsilenced, Fire Dance and Just for Today.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026
Video shows that in the seconds before Pretti is shot, the 37-year-old ICU nurse grabs the observer’s backpack when he is pulled to the ground by a group of agents.
—Yahya Abou-Ghazala, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
Nobody, that is, apart from the nearly 50 million people in the United States who speak Spanish fluently — along with the countless viewers who didn’t need words to catch the vibe of a performance that will go down as one of the most memorable, impactful halftime shows of all time.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Pop singer Demi Lovato has canceled five shows on their upcoming tour, including a Ball Arena concert, and pushed back the start date due to concerns about their health.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
James Van Der Beek, who played the titular Dawson Leery on Kevin Williamson’s WB hit Dawson’s Creek and also starred in Varsity Blues, The Rules of Attraction and other films and TV shows, died Wednesday after a long battle with colorectal cancer.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
At the shows of the five emerging designers, Starbucks gift cards will be distributed to models, stylists, VIPs and other attendees.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
That’s a lot to have in common, besides the world famous source material, but the two shows go off in sharply different directions.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026
In her 80s, said Allan Vella, president and CEO of the Fox, Wills trekked to New York to see several Broadway shows in a single week.
—Mark Woolsey, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The company boasts about 4,500 employees worldwide, a securities filing shows.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 11 Feb. 2026
In her 50s, soft-spoken and quick to smile, Hertz is even a regular at many of her tenants’ shows.
—Daniel Yadin, Curbed, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shows
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The commercial started with the team’s helmet, which prominently displays the Cadillac logo and team name above the visor.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Our own Metropolitan Museum displays a copy of that swollen right-hand — cast in bronze for Saint-Gaudens in the 1880s.—
Harold Holzer,
New York Daily News,
8 Feb. 2026
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Known for era-defining portraits of figures from John Lennon to Barack Obama, Fairey reveals how photography underpins his graphic language across screen print, collage and new commissions created for the show.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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Every angle reveals a precision that borders on perfection.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
14 Feb. 2026
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Back at Rock Villa, a sip and paint with local artist Colin Peters proves an afternoon well spent.—
Rebekah Evans,
TheWeek,
5 Feb. 2026
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Kirundo Mini Dress Navy proves itself as an underrated winter staple in this A-line mini.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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That strategy guides Vanlab's work inside the tiny 470-cm-long (185-in) Kia PV5 Passenger van, where the company creates a vis-a-vis bench lounge behind the van's second row of seating.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Feb. 2026
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Another smartly dressed man appears, smiling, and guides us into a discreet anteroom.—
Caroline Law,
TheWeek,
9 Feb. 2026
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The mayor's executive order steers the assessor to adopt the International Association of Assessing Officers ratio standards, produce a mass appraisal report and modify the city's economic condition factors.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The lifestyle and luxury executive, who joined Trudon in March 2025, also steers the creative strategy of its sister company Carrière Frères, a French interior fragrance brand.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
21 Jan. 2026
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At one point, the individual appears to tilt their head away from a doorbell camera, hold a flashlight in their mouth and attempt to cover the lens with a gloved hand and what looked like part of a plant pulled from the yard.—
Bradford Betz , Matt Finn,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Where to see the partial solar eclipse A far greater number of people will be able to witness the partial stage of the annular solar eclipse during which the moon appears to take a 'bite' out of the sun.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Charges against 17 people arrested during demonstrations against Operation Midway Blitz immigration raids around Chicagoland last year have been dismissed as prosecutorial accusations have faded.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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For the two-week trip, Vast put a call out for research proposals and will focus on biology and biotechnology, physical sciences, human research and technology demonstrations.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Which means the deepest challenge AI poses may not be to jobs at all.—
Josh Tyrangiel,
The Atlantic,
10 Feb. 2026
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In a Wednesday note, analysts at the bank acknowledged very real risks that generative AI poses to traditional software companies, including the threat of new tools and newer competition, which pressure prices.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Shows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shows. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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