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Recent Examples of show business
The ‘naked’ dress — a gown built on the suggestion of exposing its wearer’s nudity — quickly revealed itself as a surefire way for celebrities to grab headlines and has therefore enjoyed full-frontal support from a number of those in show business.
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Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 12 May 2025
Horn was left partially paralyzed by the tiger attack and, after a brief comeback in 2010, the pair retired from show business.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
In addition to gala co-chairs, many notable show business figures populate the Met’s host committee.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 8 May 2025
Surveys show businesses are increasingly hunkering down.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
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Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 12 May 2025
Horn was left partially paralyzed by the tiger attack and, after a brief comeback in 2010, the pair retired from show business.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
In addition to gala co-chairs, many notable show business figures populate the Met’s host committee.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 8 May 2025
Surveys show businesses are increasingly hunkering down.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for show business
Noun
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One parent judge loves these stacking cups for their endless amusement.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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Cruise also got a lot of props for once again putting his life on the line for our amusement.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
15 May 2025
Noun
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As a showbiz comedy, the HBO Max show regularly navigates the porous boundaries between art and life.—
Akiva Gottlieb,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
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Join us for a candid and insightful conversation as Alexander shares personal stories from his decades in showbiz, explores his evolution as a creator, and reflects on the current state of the industry.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
13 May 2025
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There’s a ways to go, including in the entertainment industry.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2025
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The $360 million facility is going up near I-88 and Chicago Premium Outlets mall and will include 1,200 gaming positions, a 220-room hotel, a retail sportsbook, a spa, an outdoor entertainment area, a 12,000-square-foot event center and restaurants.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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Still, the movie — starring Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and Richard Dreyfuss — went on to become one of the most iconic hits in Hollywood history, grossing nearly $477 million on a budget of under $10 million.—
Joey Nolfi Published,
EW.com,
27 May 2025
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The sites include Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, Deadline, Vibe, IndieWire and Gold Derby.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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The feature is from production companies Sandbox Films, Protozoa Pictures, Planet Octopus Studios, and Spring Films.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
30 May 2025
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Cost-cutting measures, better alignment of production with demand, and improved software and electrification strategies will be crucial, analysts say.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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His brother Carter Thicke, son Julian Fuego, Gianni Harrell and longtime friend Usher served as groomsmen, and the ceremony was officiated by nightlife impresario Richie Akiva.—
Sabienna Bowman,
People.com,
2 June 2025
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The all-day event features wine and vodka open bars, a silent auction, and entertainment by singer-songwriter EJ Garlands and nightlife legend Hedda Lettuce.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
31 May 2025
Noun
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Amid unsettling changes, Americans touted the curative powers of the natural world, fueling the call for outdoor exercise and recreation, and laying the groundwork for the astounding growth of national and state park tourism.—
Time,
Time,
3 June 2025
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April’s report showed that job openings increased across most sectors, with some of the largest upswings seen in arts, entertainment and recreation; mining and logging; information; and professional and business services.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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These are all nods to the demands of a younger generation that is accustomed to seeing presentations that are decidedly less polished and don’t always hinge on an anchor behind a desk.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 May 2025
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The mutation was not known when the donation was made, but children born from this donor have since been identified in eight different European countries: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom, said Kasper in her presentation.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show%20business. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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