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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
Eduardo A. Encina,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2026
Given the timing of this series, a good showing, a poor performance or a costly injury could influence each organization’s deadline plans.
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Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Still, Grichuk loves the resiliency the Sox are showing.
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Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
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Paul, who averaged 21 goals and 40 points — and 79 games — in his first three full seasons with the Lightning, is determined to show that this past season’s seven-goal, 15-point, 51-game showing was an aberration.
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Eduardo A. Encina,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2026
Given the timing of this series, a good showing, a poor performance or a costly injury could influence each organization’s deadline plans.
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Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
Verb
This is a lovely exchange, partly because Carmy is showing such respect for Syd’s talent, but also because of the history behind those short ribs.
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Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Still, Grichuk loves the resiliency the Sox are showing.
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Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showing
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More than 96,000 Hyundai Tucson small SUVs are being recalled because of a software error that can temporarily prevent critical information from appearing on the vehicle's display, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Everything about Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos's coupling has been a display of more is more.
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Our fear resurfaced days ago on the one-month anniversary, when another alert was issued after a man circled the Islamic Center pretending to possess an explosive device while displaying a Nazi flag.
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Ruddy contender to Mars The Scorpion's brightest star is the first magnitude Antares, displaying a reddish hue.
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Two people lifted the box’s lid, revealing a pile of dusty items.
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Why do candidates feel comfortable asking revealing questions and practicing interview skills with an AI avatar?
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As the community continues to grow, Crabby Baddies is proving that the strongest catch of the day may be the connections made along the pier.
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Even celebrities like Nicole Kidman have been spotted embracing this luxe trend, proving its status as a sleek alternative to chunky athletic shoes that feel heavy and overly bulky on the move.
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After guiding Algeria to a 2-1 comeback win against Jordan to stay alive in Group J, manager Vladimir Petković was looking forward to seeing a lot of green and white in the KC stands this time.
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What was once considered alternative is becoming the norm, and individuality is increasingly replacing convention as the guiding principle of engagement ring design.
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Controversy upon controversy In a best-case scenario, the notion of steering a natural disaster is an ethical dilemma.
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In contrast, effectively navigating ice requires steering into the skid.
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The Emmy-winning host and executive producer of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver has landed a guest role on General Hospital, appearing in a three-episode arc that'll air on July 2, 3 and 6 on ABC.
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The Germans began putting pressure on Paraguay from the start of the extra period, including a possible penalty when Nick Woltemade’s shot was blocked by Gustavo Gómez, appearing to hit his arm.
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The institution has grown into one of the region’s premier history museums, featuring historic homes, gardens, archives and exhibitions.
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The exhibition also included a retrospective display of eight landmark creations released over the brand’s three decades, highlighting the evolution of Roberto Coin's design language.
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“Showing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showing. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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