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Recent Examples of show business
Scott Rudin Plans His Return: The powerful producer who was exiled from Broadway and Hollywood four years ago after allegations of bullying has been quietly preparing to return to show business.
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Erik Piepenburg, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Jackson also spoke about how the industry has evolved in his three decades in show business, saying he's seen a shift toward the conservative in recent years.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Chopard For straight star power Chopard was difficult to beat as the Swiss luxury brand helped dress several of the biggest names in the show business.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Link’s exploding cart is making its journey into show business.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 Mar. 2025
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Erik Piepenburg, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Jackson also spoke about how the industry has evolved in his three decades in show business, saying he's seen a shift toward the conservative in recent years.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Chopard For straight star power Chopard was difficult to beat as the Swiss luxury brand helped dress several of the biggest names in the show business.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Link’s exploding cart is making its journey into show business.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for show business
Noun
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But the amusement doesn’t stop inside Hidden Garden.—
Katie Lara,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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When the flamboyant Henry Paget arrives in 1890s North Wales from France to claim his aristocratic inheritance, his theatrical flair and defiant eccentricities send shockwaves through the upper-class elite, much to the amusement of the local townspeople.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
6 May 2025
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One more example of how even in showbiz, class is now the biggest divide of all.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
9 May 2025
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With footage spliced from the recording studio and from the staging itself, the video captures every angle of McDonald's powerhouse performance as Mama Rose, the tenacious stage mother who will do anything to see her daughter become a showbiz star.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
6 May 2025
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This ethos was reflected in media and entertainment as well; where all of my favorite stars leaned into straightened strands once the cameras and major events came around.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
4 May 2025
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Despite the streaming revolution reshaping entertainment consumption worldwide, Prime Video‘s top international executives remain steadfast believers in the enduring power of theatrical exhibition.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 May 2025
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Two nights later, Cummings did a stand-up set at the Hollywood Improv, performing on a stage that has hosted comedy legends such as Robin Williams, Chris Rock and Eddie Murphy.—
Hailey Branson-Potts,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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From New York to Hollywood and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to Comments Stars have been everywhere this week, from Eva Longoria at the Global Gift Gala in Geneva to Heidi Klum and Kacey Musgraves in N.Y.C.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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In addition to Waitress, Titcomb has appeared in national touring and regional productions of Les Misérables, The Sound of Music, Frozen and Fun Home.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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Hollywood lobbying arms, such as the Motion Picture Association, have argued that the U.S. needs a federal film incentive as a carrot to lure productions back.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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After the group became a a hit in New York City's nightlife scene, Arnaz was cast in the Broadway version of the play Too Many Girls.—
Virginia Chamlee,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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For me, the city evokes images of its bustling nightlife, the guests who embrace it, and the hotels offering a haven for fun.—
Kareema Bee,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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At the gala, the actress wore a recreation of a 1947 New Look design by Dior, per Harper’s Bazaar.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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The areas that would be affected included roads along the river, parks and recreation areas.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
7 May 2025
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The tobacco era style of Daniels’ Allen & Ginter Mini Autograph card has a museum-like presentation with his signature directly on the card.—
Tyler Holzhammer,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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The students also learn proper knife skills, the importance of measuring correctly and all the steps in recipe and menu preparation and presentation.—
Terri Daxon,
Oc Register,
1 May 2025
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show%20business. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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