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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.

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For those interested in watching a firework show the Los Angeles County Fire Department compiled an online list of firework displays, put on by certified professionals, which can be found here or by calling 888-654-3473.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

Techno music and lasers brought the Statue of Liberty to life as a light show at the iconic monument will be broadcast Friday to mark the United States' 250th anniversary.

From Barron's • Jul. 3, 2026

The producer of a hit TV show says Catherine Zeta-Jones' breakout role came down to "pure good fortune" after he spotted her by chance.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

Nakajima puts all of herself into the show.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2026

“That’s right, bud. There’s nothing wrong with the way I did it. That guy just wanted to show me up.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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