showpiece
Americannoun
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something that is displayed or exhibited.
- Synonyms:
- gem, prize, masterpiece
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something exhibited or worthy of exhibiting as a fine example of its kind.
- Synonyms:
- gem, prize, masterpiece
noun
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anything displayed or exhibited
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anything prized as a very fine example of its type
Etymology
Origin of showpiece
Example Sentences
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And on Sunday, the peloton will race up there three times to give the Tour its final showpiece of the summer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
But in Sunday's showpiece, Sinner once again demonstrated the unshakeable resilience that has taken him to a landmark fifth major - and will go on to establish him among the greats.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
The biggest-ever edition of the global showpiece features 104 games featuring 48 teams played across 16 host cities in three countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 27, 2026
Never afraid to hype football's showpiece event, the head of the world governing body has portrayed the first pan-continental version as the most inclusive, welcoming and unifying to date.
From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026
The Apollo, of course, was the showpiece of the community, with live entertainment as well as movies.
From "Bad Boy" by Walter Dean Myers
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