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show off

[shoh-awf, -of] / ˈʃoʊˌɔf, -ˌɒf /




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The new house has a modern contemporary design, and in the living room, those big windows show off the mountains.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2026

It was damage limitation for England, while the hosts could show off.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

He didn’t exercise in public or show off his abs, and there is no record of him ever leading his troops in calisthenics or challenging his peers to a pull-up contest.

From Salon ● Oct. 24, 2026

On the other hand, little digital companions can make AI more palatable to users, providing an entry point to show off real-world capabilities such as ordering groceries or booking reservations.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 3, 2026

Miss Lacey checked everyone’s ensembles, making last-minute adjustments and giving final instructions as to how to show off the pieces.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu


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