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show copy

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noun

  1. films a positive print of a film for use at an important presentation such as a premiere

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Numerous paintings in the show copy European models.

From New York Times • Oct. 27, 2022

In general, journalists were on the side “never show copy to scientists”, while scientists were on the side of “you better show me the copy to approve”.

From Scientific American • Jan. 18, 2012

One he must have for his show copy, and he will probably keep it at his country house.

From The Book-Hunter in London Historical and Other Studies of Collectors and Collecting by Roberts, W. (William)

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