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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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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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as in proving
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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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
Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
Sophomore Kaden Barber also had a strong showing, tying for 40th.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
The entrepreneur and modern-day Hestia posted an uncharacteristically disheveled yet predictably glamorous mirror pic on Friday afternoon, showing her mid-hairstyling sesh.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 24 Apr. 2026
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Noun
He was flanked by two classic Stormtroopers, who had different dialogue in each showing — one time critiquing Black Spire Outpost and later talking of a run-in with a Jedi.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
Sophomore Kaden Barber also had a strong showing, tying for 40th.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
For starters, consider a federal home-price index showing that over the past 10 years, California home values rose 86%.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
The entrepreneur and modern-day Hestia posted an uncharacteristically disheveled yet predictably glamorous mirror pic on Friday afternoon, showing her mid-hairstyling sesh.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 24 Apr. 2026
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Step-backs, deep 3s, power drives, trips to the line – every element of their games was on display, and every possession seemed to raise the stakes.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Its famous holiday lights won’t be on display during the summer World Cup, but the fountains and public art still give the district plenty of visual appeal.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2026
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An small outdoor table make the perfect spot for displaying some of your favorite potted plants, watering can, and other decor.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
25 Apr. 2026
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This means that these early octopuses may have already been displaying the advanced intelligence that they are known for today.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2026
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He was bound by nondisclosure agreements forbidding him from revealing classified or sensitive military information.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2026
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In April 2026, CBS announced its fall schedule, revealing that hit shows like Matlock and Ghosts are being held until midseason for the 2026-2027 TV schedule.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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At a time when consumers are pushing back on luxury pricing and seeking stronger value, the middle market is proving more resilient than expected.—
Maliha Shoaib,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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These unmanned systems are proving vital for high-risk logistics and medical evacuations, insulating soldiers from the most dangerous aspects of frontline operations.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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According to the tourism board, the site is also home to a lighthouse, which has been guiding vessels along the Portuguese coast since 1772.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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The auto conglomerate, which owns a three-fourths stake in Porsche, acquired the French hypercar maker in 1998 and has played a crucial role in establishing and guiding its modern identity.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2026
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From climbing those mountain peaks to steering her canoe down that river wild, not to mention several other impressive survival skills along the way, this is Charlize at full tilt.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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The reality tells a far different story about the man steering the nation into war.—
John Whitehead,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
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Amy Beck — the mom of influencer Noah Beck — has been placed on administrative leave by her school district after a video resurfaced of her appearing to simulate oral sex with her son.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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Hill said while appearing on stage with hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The latest installments in this series are the most eye-catching of the nearly twenty works in Chan’s exhibition at the gallery Greene Naftali.—
Dawn Chan,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Following exhibitions in 2018 and 2019, however, Olympic inclusion was scrapped when COVID-19 delayed the Games.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Showing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showing. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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