showed (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈʃoʊd/
Definition
Past tense of 'show': to make something visible or known to someone.
Examples
The doctor showed the patient an X-ray of his broken leg.
She showed me the new car she had just bought.
He showed great courage in the face of danger.
How to Use showed
- show someone something (collocation)
- To make something visible or known to a person. — "The guide showed us the ancient ruins."
- show off (phrasal verb)
- To display something proudly to impress others. — "He showed off his new watch to all his friends."
- show up (phrasal verb)
- To arrive or appear, especially unexpectedly or at a place where you are expected. — "She showed up late for the meeting."
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