demonstrate to

demonstrate (something) to (one)

To show someone how something functions or how to operate it. My boss wants me to demonstrate the software to her.
See also: demonstrate
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

demonstrate something to someone

to show someone how something works. Would you please demonstrate this DVD player to me? I may want to buy it. The new products were demonstrated to the board of directors in advance.
See also: demonstrate
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • demonstrate (something) to (one)
  • demonstrate
  • put (one's) stamp on (something)
  • put your stamp on something
  • go to show
  • it goes to show
  • just goes to show
  • make a point
  • square (one's) shoulders
  • square one's shoulders
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At the same time, the tactical team uses highly visible containment strategies to demonstrate to the subject that the police are willing and able to use force if necessary.
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