showing off
Example Sentences
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McClain’s other passion was competing on horseback, showing off skills to round up calves.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Catcher, Carson Sheffer, Oaks Christian, Sr.: The Oklahoma State commit batted .440 with 14 doubles and five home runs while also showing off strong defensive skills.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
This week, it is showing off one of its power-delivery boards at Nvidia’s MGX ecosystem showcase, which is also in Taiwan.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
In the past year, performative masc competitions have appeared across the country, with lesbians — hair slicked back and carabiners dangling from their Carhartt jeans — showing off in front of leering crowds.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
The German military gave special performances, showing off its tanks, machine guns, naval mine throwers, and other artillery weapons.
From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
