showing
Americannoun
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a show, display, or exhibition.
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the act of putting something on display.
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a performance or record considered for the impression it makes.
She made a bad showing in high school but did better in college.
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a setting forth or presentation, as of facts or conditions.
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Also called show piece. a rock specimen revealing the presence of a certain mineral.
noun
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a presentation, exhibition, or display
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manner of presentation; performance
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evidence
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Etymology
Origin of showing
First recorded before 950; Middle English schewing (gerund), Old English scēawung; see show, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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That meant the system erroneously believed some cars had been lapped because they were not showing up on the correct timing loops, so it started showing blue flags when no-one had been lapped.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
After immigration agents began arresting people in courthouses, many immigrants grew wary of showing up for court proceedings, which has aided the increase in removal orders.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
"Once or twice a year a movie opens big and then plays for weeks and weeks... 'The Odyssey' is showing that kind of holding power, and Christopher Nolan has done it before," said Gross.
From Barron's ● Jul. 26, 2026
But he also sees the breakdown as creating some opportunities, as it leads to “a more defensive rotation” into sectors showing some technically bullish tendencies.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 26, 2026
“The Chinese restaurant down the street isn’t reopening yet, but they gave me some dog treats for Churro,” Natalie said, showing Patience the box.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
The film, a chaotic gag-filled take on early Hollywood, raked in an additional $98 million from international showings.
From Barron's ● Jul. 5, 2026
But theaters are also pushing discounts for weekday showings and people who join loyalty programs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 21, 2026
Facing similar questions about the source of his wealth and poor showings in early Democratic primaries, he dropped out in February of 2020.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
“Give it to me,” begged a homeowner outside of Austin, Texas, asking why they’d had many showings but no offers after a year on the market.
From MarketWatch ● May 13, 2026
I’m also invited to take part in several group showings, mostly by women: they’ve heard about the ink throwing, read the snotty reviews, all of which render me legitimate, although from the east.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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