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
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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“He started showing up,” she recalled, “just as a person—not an elected official.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Elon Musk’s companies, Tesla and SpaceX, collaborate on AI, with prediction markets showing up to a 50% merger chance.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
“Novo’s Wegovy pill launch continues to exceed expectations, showing better-than-expected growth providing more confidence in the company’s commercial business,” BMO Capital Markets analyst Evan David Seigerman told investors on Sunday.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
The New York Knicks return home Monday night for Game 3 of the NBA Finals with a 2-0 series lead, a strong playoff showing and a city hanging on every shot.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
But Mother played hostess, showing off the bedroom where Maggie and Kate first talked to the spirit.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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