for show
Example Sentences
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Cook is well aware that the guns carried by the federal agents are not for show, even without the Boss’ new ballad.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2026
“I thought it was just for show, but they were like, ‘Oh no, we aren’t wasting any grapes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 27, 2025
Still, there were certainly signs it was all for show.
From Slate • Aug. 4, 2025
They say you drive for show and putt for dough but Rory McIlroy's remarkable record at Quail Hollow, the home of this week's second major of the year, suggests otherwise.
From BBC • May 12, 2025
I flush the toilet, just for show, and head back to class.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
