showpiece

Example Sentences

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At Geffen, it became a gripping showpiece, like attempting to zoom in a Ferrari through Manhattan streets, were they ever empty — the thrill of taking it all in.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

The struggling Blues faced the prospect of becoming the first team in English football history to lose seven consecutive league matches heading into a Wembley showpiece when they fell 1-0 behind at Liverpool.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Patrick Mullins, who rode Nick Rockett to victory 12 months ago, had already chosen to ride Grangeclare West in the showpiece event.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Italy missed out on a spot at this summer's showpiece event when they were beaten 4-1 on penalties by Bosnia-Herzegovina in Tuesday's play-off.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

It was the showpiece of our living room.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan