Show

usgb/ʃəʊ/
verb

To make something visible or allow it to be seen.

Could you show me the way to the train station?
Visual representation of "show" - To make something visible or allow it to be seen.

Often appears as...

  • show someone around
  • show off
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Positive highlighting

Used to emphasize positive characteristics or achievements.

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The exhibition shows her artistic growth.
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Request for display

A polite way to ask someone to present something visually.

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Can you show me the photos from your trip?
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Visibility in steps

To gradually make something clear or visible.

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As he painted, he showed the emerging colors.
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