is showing
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present progressiveof show (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
showverb (used with object)to cause or allow to be seen; exhibit; display.
Example Sentences
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"I knew Homer was from these lands, but I didn't know he was specifically from Izmir. We are incredibly lucky," said teacher Safak Tosun outside one of the city's cinemas where the film is showing.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
Taylor has played a central role in shaping FanDuel’s recent sportsbook improvement plan, which the company said is showing encouraging early signs of momentum.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Instead, he hopes his biking project is showing people what’s possible — in the most extreme way.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
It is showing heat sources at Blaenavon in Torfaen, Presteigne in Powys, and Pentre Halkyn in Flintshire.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
Cardan’s clothes are disarranged, from crawling under tables or being captured and tied, and his infamous tail is showing under the white lawn of his shirt.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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