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showcases
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The word "showcases" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you want to describe something displayed prominently or used as an example, usually to demonstrate its quality or value. Example sentence: This product showcase is a perfect opportunity to highlight the special features of our new line of products.
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
Encyclopedias
Formal & Business
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
60 human-written examples
The former homes of both Darío and Cortés are now museums; Fundación Ortiz Gurdian showcases a wide selection of Nicaraguan and Latin American art; the city also has several beautifully renovated colonial-era churches.
News & Media
St George's Market in the city centre showcases the quality artisan produce – such as Hannan's beef dry-aged in the world's largest Himalayan salt chamber – that's been inspiring chefs such as Ox's Stephen Toman, who has been exciting British and Irish critics with dishes such as Skeaghanore duck, parsley root, chestnut, coffee and chicory, built on local provenance.
News & Media
While the rooms are quite basic, the lounge and bar are cool and comfortable, and the restaurant showcases local vegetables, seafood and pré-salé lamb.
News & Media
On the one hand, Tempest's literary hip-hop is a unique, genre-defying affair that showcases its author's deft storytelling without ever resorting to showboating.
News & Media
High prices and high quality fare mark a menu that showcases accomplished cooking.
News & Media
✒Also a problem for Pym's candidacy is the fact that Flanders is the only woman among this elite corps of 11 on-air editors (as can be seen in the Mount Rushmore-like logo of The Editors, the hapless late-night BBC1 show – latest edition at 11.05pm tonight, daftly clashing with both Newsnight and Today at Conference on BBC2 – that supposedly showcases them).
News & Media
Maillot's choreography showcases all the delicate expressiveness of her long arms and cantilevered back, and while it maximises the virtuoso power of her supple legs and feet, it also probes the pressures and conflicts she carries with her as a world-class ballerina.
News & Media
Roller Trio complete the list and ensure it is a strong year for debut albums – their self-titled effort showcases a love for rhythmic, funk-infused jazz.
News & Media
Memorials by Artists is part of the Lettering and Commemorative Arts Trust, which also provides letter-carving workshops and apprenticeships and runs a gallery, where an exhibition currently showcases the work of one of its original craftsmen, Michael Renton.
News & Media
Distance 3.5 miles/5.6km Typical duration 1 hour 45 mins Start and finish Start at Lewisham national rail and DLR station and finish at Cutty Sark DLR station Start postcode SE13 7RY Step-by-step details and maps ramblers.org.uk/blackheathroute This linear walk showcases a truly beautiful area of London, crossing between two very different boroughs.
News & Media
The Tête à Tête Festival, held annually in London, commissions and showcases new work, and genuinely fosters first-time writers and composers.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "showcases" when you want to emphasize the act of displaying something to its best advantage, often highlighting its unique qualities or features.
Common error
Avoid using "showcases" when a simpler term like "shows" or "displays" would suffice. Overusing "showcases" can make your writing sound pretentious.
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Linguistic Context
The primary grammatical function of "showcases" is as a transitive verb, typically used in the third-person singular present tense. As Ludwig AI indicates, it describes the act of presenting something in a favorable way, highlighting its best qualities. The examples demonstrate its use in conveying how something is displayed or presented to an audience.
Frequent in
News & Media
65%
Encyclopedias
15%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Science
5%
Wiki
3%
Reference
2%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "showcases" is a versatile verb used to describe the act of presenting something, especially to highlight its best qualities. As Ludwig AI points out, it is grammatically correct and suitable for various contexts, from news and media to encyclopedias and formal business communication. While it is a very common word, it's important to use it appropriately and not overuse it, as this can make writing sound pretentious. It is most frequently found in "News & Media", "Encyclopedias" and "Formal & Business" sources. Alternative phrases like "features", "highlights", and "displays" can be used depending on the specific nuance you want to convey.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
highlights
Draws attention to specific aspects.
spotlights
Directs intense attention to a specific item or feature.
features
Focuses on highlighting key aspects or elements.
demonstrates
Emphasizes the act of proving or illustrating something.
displays
A general term for presenting something for viewing.
exhibits
Implies a more formal or curated presentation.
illuminates
Suggests revealing or clarifying something.
presents
A neutral way to introduce or offer something.
unveils
Suggests a grand or ceremonial reveal of something new.
presents a picture of
Offers a comprehensive view or impression.
FAQs
How to use "showcases" in a sentence?
"Showcases" is a verb that means to display or exhibit something, especially in an attractive or favorable way. For example, "The museum "showcases" a collection of ancient artifacts."
What can I say instead of "showcases"?
You can use alternatives like "highlights", "features", or "displays" depending on the context.
Which is correct, "showcases" or "shows"?
Both "showcases" and "shows" can be correct, but "showcases" implies a more deliberate and curated display, emphasizing the positive aspects of what is being presented. "Shows" is a more general term.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
87%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested