pageants

noun

Definition of pageantsnext
plural of pageant
1
as in parades
a staged presentation often with music that consists of a procession of narrated or enacted scenes we always put on a Christmas pageant every year

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2
as in exhibits
an elaborate, visually exciting show or event an annual summertime pageant depicting the town's founding and colorful early history

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  1. presentations
  2. exhibitions
  3. spectacles
Noun
  • The special episode will air live at 5p ET / 2p PT on December 27 with encore presentations at 10p ET / 7p PT and again at 1a ET / 10p PT on PopStar!
    Lynette Rice, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Some of the information brought into public view included details of Arm contracts, Qualcomm roadmaps and design information, and behind-the-scenes communication of the parties through letters, emails, internal presentations, and chats.
    Jim McGregor, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of presentations
Noun
  • These European art exhibitions are worth traveling for.
    Ian Prasad Philbrick, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The Pavilion also hosts various events, from art exhibitions to performances and concerts.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of exhibitions
Noun
  • While many bemoan that American fashion shows lack the luster of yesteryear, Malena Belafonte is trying to rejigger the tried-and-true by blending runway looks, live music and circus-like spectacles.
    Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Fewer spectacles have inspired American automotive imaginations more than monster trucks.
    Peter Nelson, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of spectacles
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