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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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Meanwhile, satellite images appear to show extensive damage to the IRGC's naval headquarters and its general headquarters in the eastern suburbs of Tehran.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

His corner man tells him, “He doesn’t know it’s a show, he thinks it’s a fight!”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The video does not show what happens next inside the vehicle.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

At the same time, he pointed out that at around $90 a barrel, Brent prices show that traders are worried but haven’t priced in a “full physical rupture” in the Strait of Hormuz.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

“No need for EBT or tap to pay, just show up. All doors lead to Sandy June’s, including your own fridge door!” the voice concluded.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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