outward show (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: ˈaʊtwərd ʃoʊ
Definition
An external appearance or display that may not reflect someone's true feelings or the actual state of affairs.
Examples
She maintained an outward show of calm even though the project was failing.
The company's outward show of prosperity hid deep financial troubles.
He made an outward show of interest, but he was clearly bored by the lecture.
How to Use outward show
- outward show of [noun] (prepositional phrase)
- a display of a specific emotion or quality — "She gave an outward show of support."
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