showmanship
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of showmanship
Example Sentences
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It was one of several moments that played into his trademark romantic showmanship.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
From professional wrestling, Trump learned to refine the character and persona, the promo and the showmanship, and how to manipulate the public’s suspension of disbelief.
From Salon ● Jun. 17, 2026
Followers have dubbed Nick “Hollywood” for his showmanship on camera, and Scott “Leg Arms” for his size.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
But Monfils will be best remembered for his on-court showmanship, athleticism and outrageous shot selection.
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
Not his trick with the sympathy lamps—I recognized that for what it was: showmanship, a bluff to impress ignorant townsfolk.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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