as in to show
to present in a favorable or attractive manner
Applicants are asked to submit writing samples that showcase their creativity. The restaurant's varied menu showcases the chef's eclectic culinary background.
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as in show
an occasion for presenting someone or something in an attractive or favorable way
The concert proved to be an excellent showcase for local musicians looking to attract a national audience. Actors are invited to participate in a theatrical showcase this Friday.
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as in chest
a storage case that is used for displaying objects
In the years since he began collecting fossils, his showcase has become quite a sight to behold.
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Recent Examples of showcase
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 July 2026
This forward-thinking plan showcases Harper's long-term vision beyond his playing days.
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Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
Celebrate Independence Day Saratoga’s annual Fourth of July celebration will feature music, a parade and the Voices of Freedom showcase.
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Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
30 June 2026
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Offered three times a week by art director Emily Gregoire, this complimentary art walk showcases 400 pieces collected over 20 years by the hotel’s owner and visionary Jo Ellard.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 July 2026
This forward-thinking plan showcases Harper's long-term vision beyond his playing days.
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Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
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For the last six years, NFL FLAG and the NAIA have held an annual girls’ recruiting showcase.
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Tim Graham,
New York Times,
2 July 2026
Celebrate Independence Day Saratoga’s annual Fourth of July celebration will feature music, a parade and the Voices of Freedom showcase.
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Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
30 June 2026
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In fact, research shows that when given the choice, on-site work remains the least popular option across every age range according to Gallup.
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The younger James, who was drafted in the second round in 2024 to form the first father-son duo in NBA history, showed steady improvement during his second season.
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Nineteen cannons discovered at the bottom of the Savannah River were unveiled Thursday as a part of a new exhibit at the Savannah History Museum.
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Public spaces present exhibits that immerse you in the nostalgia of the Golden Age of air travel.
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Mourners beat their chests rhythmically in the intense summer heat, the wails of women cutting through the noise as the body of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was unveiled beneath a glass case at the Grand Mosalla.
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The busboy, Oscar, fantasizes about slathering honey over Kelce's bared chest as he is tied to a pole, leaving him to be eaten by a bear.
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The lethality of the Russian assaults on Kyiv in the past week displays the challenge Ukraine faces in protecting its capital as Russia innovates and steps up its attacks.
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While your site displays static portfolio shots, Instagram can show the messy but rich middle—the tricky client requests, the material samples, the iteration process that turns a concept into reality.
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The institution has grown into one of the region’s premier history museums, featuring historic homes, gardens, archives and exhibitions.
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The exhibition also included a retrospective display of eight landmark creations released over the brand’s three decades, highlighting the evolution of Roberto Coin's design language.
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Be sure to take advantage of these major markdowns on investment pieces like a bed frame, dresser, area rug, and more.
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The oldest French shirtmaker, Charvet got its start in 1838 on Paris’s Place Vendôme thanks to founder Joseph-Christophe Charvet, the son of Napoleon Bonaparte’s personal dresser.
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The video ad shows Martin and the others playing a group of friends embarking on a summer road trip in the countryside while flaunting their fits.
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Right on the Las Vegas strip, a dark hotel ballroom awash in magenta light is filled with the sound of a live electric guitar as models dressed in black strut up and down a catwalk, flaunting fabulous hair.
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The date was revealed Saturday during a presentation at Essence Festival of Culture, featuring creator, showrunner and exec producer Ben Watkins, star Jaalen Best, and cast members Dana Gourrier, Amin Joseph, Kai Parham, and Michael Ealy.
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The five-day preliminary hearing will mark the most significant presentation of evidence in the case so far — and the first time that Kirk’s parents and widow will be in the courtroom with defendant Tyler Robinson.
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“Showcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showcase. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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