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show off

[shoh-awf, -of] / ˈʃoʊˌɔf, -ˌɒf /
VERB
flaunt; brag
Synonyms
STRONGEST
brag flaunt
STRONG
grandstand
WEAK
advertise boast brandish demonstrate display disport exhibit expose flash hand a line hotdog make a spectacle of parade spread out swagger trot out
Antonyms
WEAK
be modest cower shy away
NOUN
person who brags
Synonyms
STRONG
bighead bigmouth braggadocio braggart bragger daredevil egotist extrovert grandstander ham hot dog vaunter
WEAK
boaster exhibitionist swaggerer vulgarian
Antonyms
WEAK
introvert

Example Sentences

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The consultants recommended that racing emulate the NBA and show off lifestyle content—“from foals at the farm to fashion and food at the races”—that would help the sport look cool.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

As for robots, Tesla decided not to show off the latest generation of its humanoid, Optimus, in the first quarter, citing competitive threats.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Visual elements that initially seem like clear products of a small budget actually show off what one can achieve with limited means.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

She believes fashion is one of the few opportunities footballers have to show off their personality.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Mattie ran straight to Leafie to show off Mulie’s new sunbonnet.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson