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Definitions

show

[shoh] / ʃoʊ /










Usage

What are other ways to say show? The noun show often indicates an external appearance that may or may not accord with actual facts: a show of modesty. Display applies to an intentionally conspicuous show: a great display of wealth. Ostentation is vain, ambitious, pretentious, or offensive display: tasteless and vulgar ostentation. Pomp suggests such a show of dignity and authority as characterizes a ceremony of state: The coronation was carried out with pomp and splendor.

Example Sentences

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A handful of recent polls show that the hottest AI labs will have to reassure a wary public.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

He contended that the evidence at trial was insufficient to sustain the conviction or to show that the proper venue for the trial was Texas.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The newspaper said the woman was not a contestant or professional dancer on the show, but had met the man due to his participation in the competition.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The researchers note that the findings show a relationship, not proof that vitamin D directly reduces tau levels or lowers the risk of dementia.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

I was determined to talk to Mr. Haber about moving into the Displays Department after the show.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu