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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
Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 9 Nov. 2025
The atlas shows routes spanning from Spain to Syria, connecting more than 5,000 ancient settlements.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
The video shows immigration agents arresting a man later identified as Dennis Quiñonez, as people shout that there is a child in the back of the car.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 9 Nov. 2025
In a truly enormous space, over 100,000 square feet, that was once a Lord & Taylor department store, you are greeted with giant murals depicting Netflix shows on all sides.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
The study also shows the value of long-term sky surveys like the Zwicky Transient Facility (ZTF) and Catalina Real-Time Transient Survey, which continuously monitor changes in the night sky.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
The tree ring data shows that fires in the Apache territory during this period followed their schedule, not a schedule driven by drought or lightning.
—Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Plowright says this study shows that rats could be a possible bridging host.
—NPR, 8 Nov. 2025
To determine the ranking, Skyscanner looked at destinations with the biggest year-over-year increases in searches to which shows where exactly travelers are most interested in heading to in the upcoming year.
—Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Brenton Blanchet, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
On the television side, popular shows like The Pitt, and The Studio won big at the Golden Globes, with Noah Wyle winning for his dramatic performance in the medical series, while Seth Rogen earned a Globe for his work in the streaming comedy.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
As Oscar season ramps up, the 83rd Golden Globe Awards will fete a variety of movies and TV shows, plus give needed momentum to contenders aiming for glory at March 15's Academy Awards ceremony.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 12 Jan. 2026
As part of the unique treatment — Challis Davy always likes to throw in surprises — some of the artists will be portrayed by actors who will appear throughout the Irvine Bowl outdoor amphitheatre during the shows.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Wes Allison, named CEO and president of the National Western in May, said the large livestock yards set Denver apart from other stock shows.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Centennial celebrations kick off in Springfield, Missouri, the highway’s birthplace (where it was famously named by telegram), from April 30 to May 3 with classic car shows, concerts, and parades, followed by the city’s annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival in August.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 11 Jan. 2026
Sometimes the process of developing new shows is affected by the release of a new Disney film that speeds the process of adapting it to ice rinks.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
Daily programming includes shows at the Intuitive Planetarium, with its stunning, 67-foot dome theater, and STEM on Stage presentations, which help bring the magic of science to life.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
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Dak Brinkley shows pass rushing ability KU freshman defensive end Dak Brinkley recorded the first two sacks of his college career on back-to-back plays in the second quarter.
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Back in October, the Golden Globes announced a longer list of 25 shows eligible for these first-ever podcast nominations, determined by the Globes' data partner, Luminate.
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Apple AirTags are essentially mini GPS tracking devices that sync directly to your iPhone’s Find My app, which displays location info on your phone.—
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There’s no denying who this Papier planner belongs to—the customizable monogram tastefully displays your initials, embossed with gold foil.—
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When a Black teenager is executed by police on Juneteenth and no evidence remains to contest the official account, CYCLE reveals the widening rift between what the system claims and what a mother’s relentless pursuit of truth exposes.—
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From trad wives to spin classes to caregiving, Smithuijsen reveals how late stage capitalism strips women of agency and traps them in endless cycles of empty consumption and thankless labor.—
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Helen tries to stay busy, but the letter proves distracting.—
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Season 2 is not without enjoyable intrigue, yet never proves worth the risk of opening a closed (literal) book.—
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Book experiences with locals like Barefoot Billy, who guides an epic, 26-mile Jet Ski tour, or Marianne van den Broek, a professional sand sculptor who leads workshops.—
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Premium Pliers Gugino, who guides striped bass and bluefish around Boston Harbor, and Rubner never leave the dock without a premium pair of pliers.—
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Following the money Hinojosa and Bell have tied Abbott’s private-school voucher push to a broader argument about favoritism, arguing the program steers public dollars to mostly Christian schools while benefiting wealthy contributors.—
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McKissick recommends sticking within the 19 to 24 inch frame range and steers her clients toward the sleek Samsung Frame when possible.—
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The 25-year-old Chiefs receiver appears in a separate photo posted to the same Instagram account.—
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With a high-stakes battle for the 2026 midterms looming, the Evergreen State appears poised to join the trend of states using congressional redistricting for partisan advantage.—
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The group also reported that more than 2,300 people have been arrested and that demonstrations have spread to at least 180 cities nationwide.—
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Tensions mount in Minneapolis Hundreds of people took to the streets of Minneapolis to protest within hours of Good’s death and demonstrations have continued to swell in the ensuing days.—
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According to Homeland Security's policy, deadly force cannot be used to stop someone who is fleeing, though it is authorized when an officer believes that someone who's trying to escape poses a serious threat to the officer or others.—
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Shanahan was asked about the problems Hurts poses.—
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“Shows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shows. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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