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Recent Examples of show business
His new memoir, while exploring the origins of Hollywood flops, also looks at the lessons that Vilanch had learned throughout his time in show business, and the comedic aspects of it all.
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Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
After four decades in show business, Family Matters star Jaleel White has some stories.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 23 Nov. 2024
But timing is everything in show business, and Farrow wasn’t sure whether this unstable moment in American political history was the right time to make a Broadway return.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
Jones is an actress After her father’s death, Jones focused on a career in show business.
—Jackie Tempera, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
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Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
After four decades in show business, Family Matters star Jaleel White has some stories.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 23 Nov. 2024
But timing is everything in show business, and Farrow wasn’t sure whether this unstable moment in American political history was the right time to make a Broadway return.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
Jones is an actress After her father’s death, Jones focused on a career in show business.
—Jackie Tempera, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for show business
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Their hope was to make guests feel an unadulterated sense of amusement while immersed in a warm and welcoming space.Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024
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Any release of tension is amazing — try to embrace the Sagittarius energy by having some amusement.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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Her fabulously named Delysia Lafosse treats life like a Mae West comedy, juggling three hunky lovers, deluxe showbiz dreams, and a starchy social secretary (Frances McDormand) with screwball frenzy.Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 6 Dec. 2024
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Colman Domingo is one of the most celebrated actors in the showbiz right now.Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 4 Dec. 2024
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For thrill-seekers Meta Quest 3S Meta’s latest headset still delivers an exceptional mixed-reality experience for serious entertainment.Marc Saltzman, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Johnston has worked for more than 20 years years in the entertainment industry.Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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Anne’s sister Patricia Hearst held court at a table surrounded by pals including Paula and Tony Peck, the son of Hollywood legend Gregory Peck, and interior designer Baroness Milly de Cabrol.Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024
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In Hollywood, Lily-Rose Depp continued her winning fashion streak of Chanel numbers with a silver slip dress with a netted and embroidered overlay.Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2024
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Unlike other confections, whose production lines used a drop-bake-sell approach, macaron production required more time, more specialized equipment, and more involvement.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, a massive increase in military spending has caused labor, supply and production shortages elsewhere that have pushed up prices, and prompted workers to demand higher wages.Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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The metrics included New Year’s Eve popularity, legality of fireworks, duration of fireworks shows, fine dining availability, restaurant and taxi fare costs, crime rate, nightlife options and music venues.Gary Stoller, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The relentless energy of its production mirrors the vibrant nightlife of Miami, where Latin rhythms dominate.Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 6 Dec. 2024
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The recreation area covers some 8,800 acres, incorporating the reservoir itself and the surrounding landscape.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The period recreation is impeccable, and the many music performance sequences could not be more transporting, benefiting enormously from lead actors doing their own singing with estimable polish.David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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The seven-member council, after listening to the presentations but not asking any questions, plan to select the next county executive by a simple majority vote at an undetermined date in the future, County Council Chairman Izzy Patoka previously said.Brooke Conrad, Baltimore Sun, 17 Dec. 2024
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This Japanese-centric restaurant offers a distinct dining experience that combines modern and traditional Japanese fare with a highly refined approach to presentation.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show%20business. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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