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as in amusement
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as in showbiz
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Recent Examples of show business
Apple certainly didn’t need to charge into the volatile world of show business.
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 June 2025
And then, shortly after the birth of her second child, in 1926, Berg made a grand leap, changing her name to Gertrude—more Park Avenue, less Harlem—and diving into show business.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 9 June 2025
Sports events, fun activities with children, visits to galleries and museums, plus anything to do with show business and the entertainment world will bring you pleasure.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 21 June 2025
With lines blurring between show business and sports, Rabil envisions the PLL yielding hybrid personalities along the lines of Travis Kelce or Steph Curry hybrids.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 30 May 2025
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Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 June 2025
And then, shortly after the birth of her second child, in 1926, Berg made a grand leap, changing her name to Gertrude—more Park Avenue, less Harlem—and diving into show business.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 9 June 2025
Sports events, fun activities with children, visits to galleries and museums, plus anything to do with show business and the entertainment world will bring you pleasure.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 21 June 2025
With lines blurring between show business and sports, Rabil envisions the PLL yielding hybrid personalities along the lines of Travis Kelce or Steph Curry hybrids.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for show business
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At one point, the support bars bowed inward and the whole chair collapsed toward the ground—much to my friend’s amusement.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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But this new version of Krypto is both very powerful and very rambunctious, and Superman has trouble training him, much to the amusement of Superman’s peers like Batman.—
Daniel Dockery,
Vulture,
11 July 2025
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Prevost has already had a showbiz publicist offer to represent him, and a journalist stop by post-interview to give him tips on what is imprudent to say on live TV—such as his imminent travel plans.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
1 July 2025
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Cena plays a politician who is all showbiz and Elba is the statesman who has experience and respect.—
Caryn James,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2025
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This information including any specific securities mentioned is for educational, entertainment and illustrative purposes only and not a recommendation or solicitation to purchase or sell any individual security.—
David Thomas,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Food trucks, chef demonstrations, live entertainment and educational programming from community partners are some of the activities offered.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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As for the newest Clark Kent, Corenswet is best known for his performances in The Politician and Hollywood.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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The Hollywood Tesla Diner is loaded with fast V4 Superchargers, Cybertrucks and Model Ys – and by all appearances is almost ready to open.—
Brooke Crothers,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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This is the strongest sucker and can be left as a secondary shoot for fruit production.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025
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The Royals continue to search for outfield production as the trade deadline looms at the end of the month.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 July 2025
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From exciting nightlife to unique local experiences, Vancouver has no shortage of entertainment options.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Kyoto for Nightlife and Matcha Kyoto is home to a dynamic nightlife scene.—
Mark Lakin,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
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The department is currently conducting a study to identify gaps for recreation centers.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
8 July 2025
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The program also helps support the state's 94,000 outdoor recreation jobs and $24 billion forestry economy, according to the program's research.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
3 July 2025
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This elevates the dish, giving it both a unique and refined presentation.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Some colors even have matching tops, such as this deep chocolate color with a matching blazer for a polished look suitable for work, presentations, and more.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
12 July 2025
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show%20business. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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