| 词组 | show |
| 释义 | verb | noun show1 /ʃəʊ $ ʃoʊ/ verb 1. to prove that something is trueadverbsshow sth clearly The evidence shows clearly that he is innocent.show sth conclusively (=so that there can be no doubt at all) Dozens of studies have shown conclusively that there is a link between smoking and cancer.verbsappear/seem to show sth These figures appear to show that the crime rate has gone down.try to show sth In this article I have tried to show that these two ideas are linked.be expected to show sth The statistics are expected to show that the economy is getting better.phrasesshow sth beyond reasonable doubt (=so that there can be no doubt – used about crimes) The prosecution has to show beyond reasonable doubt that the accused person is guilty.2. to let someone see something: Everyone has to show their identity cards to the security guard at the entrance to the building. Stephanie showed us her engagement ring.THESAURUS: show reveal to let someone see or know about something that is usually hidden, or that you want to keep secret – often used about showing your feelings or private thoughts: Suzy looked away quickly in order not to reveal her true feelings. | He lifted the lid of the box to reveal a small snake. expose to let someone see something that could not be seen before. Expose is mainly used in written descriptions: The bear opened its mouth, exposing rows of sharp teeth. | The tide went out and exposed a huge area of sand. flash to show something to someone very quickly: “We’re police,” he said, flashing his card at us. | Miranda flashed a surprised look into the mirror. let sb have a look/take a look spoken to show something to someone, especially so that they can examine it, repair it etc: If the wound doesn’t get better soon, you should let the doctor take a look at it. | Mike’s good with cars – let him have a look.3. to explain to someone how to do something or how something works, especially by doing it yourself: She showed him how to use the system. Can you show me how the oven works?THESAURUS: show demonstrate to show how to do something or how something works – especially to a group of people: A qualified instructor will demonstrate how to use the machines properly. | There’s a meeting this afternoon to demonstrate the new software. guide/take sb through sth to show someone how to do something, or how a process happens, especially something difficult or complicated: The book guides you through the different stages of starting your own business. | A stockbroker will take you through the minefield of stocks and shares. verb | noun show2 /ʃəʊ $ ʃoʊ/ noun 1. a television or radio programmeadjectives/nouns + showa TV/television/radio show What’s your favourite TV show?a comedy/news/quiz show We always watch the morning news show. | It’s the BBC’s most popular quiz show.a game show (=in which people play games or answer questions to win prizes) It’s a popular game show in which you can win a million dollars.a chat show BrE a talk show AmE (=in which famous or interesting people talk to someone about themselves) She was on the chat show to talk about her new movie.a reality (TV) show (=showing ordinary people doing real things) ‘The Hotel’ is a reality TV show about a hotel on the south coast of England.a hit show (=very successful and popular) ‘Hawaii Five-0’ was a hit show in the 1980s.a daytime/lunchtime/late-night show He plays some great music on his late-night show.the breakfast show (=broadcast in the early part of the morning) She presents the breakfast show on morning TV.a live show (=broadcast on TV or radio as it is happening) It’s a live show recorded in front of a studio audience.a family show (=suitable for families and children to watch) It’s a real family show, with something for everyone.a phone-in show BrE a call-in show AmE (=in which ordinary people give their opinions over the telephone) You get some strange people on late-night phone-in shows.verbswatch a show People of all ages watch the show.see a show I’ve never actually seen the show.appear on/take part in a show (=be a guest on it) A lot of famous people have appeared on the show.host a show also present a show BrE (=be the person who introduces the different parts of it, or who talks to guests) He presents his own talk show on Saturday evenings.a show stars sb (=has someone as a main character) The show stars Lucille Ball.prepositionsbe on a show Madonna will be on the show tomorrow.phrasesthe star of the show Very quickly, Williams became the star of the show.2. a performance on a stageadjectives/nouns + showa comedy show Would you like to go and see a comedy show?a talent show (=in which ordinary people sing, dance, do magic etc) There’s a talent show every Thursday night.a school show I’m hoping to get a part in the school show.a travelling show BrE a traveling show AmE (=that moves from place to place) The actors are part of a travelling show that has been all over Europe.a one-man show (=with only one performer) The comedian has his own one-man show.a stage show (=a performance on stage, rather than in a movie) The stage show and the movie are very different.a Broadway/West End show (=on Broadway in New York, or in the West End of London, where there are many theatres) ‘Priscilla’ is my favourite West End show.a puppet show Children love watching puppet shows.verbsgo to a show I’d like to go to a show while we’re in London.see a show You can win two free tickets to see the show.watch a show The theatre was full of people watching the show.put on a show (=organize and perform a show) The kids love putting on shows in the garage.appear in a show She’s appearing in her first Broadway show.a show sells out (=all the tickets for it are sold) The show sold out in the first week.prepositionsin a show There’s a lot of singing in this show.3. an exhibition or displayadjectives/nouns + showan art show The college has an art show at the end of the year.a fashion show They’re organizing a fashion show for charity.a flower/boat/dog etc show Crufts is the name of a famous dog show in London.a spring/summer etc show At the summer show you can see cows, sheep, horses, and other animals.an annual show The Association of Art Dealers is holding its fifth annual show.a trade show (=where businesses display their products) The Frankfurt Book Fair is a trade show for publishing companies.verbshave a show The Royal Academy has a show of paintings and drawings every summer.hold a show The show is held once a year.organize a show The students are organizing a show of their work.go to a show also attend a show formal Thousands of people are expected to attend the show.put/enter sth in a show Your pictures are very good – you should put them in a show.prepositionsa show of sth There will be a show of his work at a gallery in New York.at a show I bought some paintings at the show. |
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