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talent show
noun
: a show consisting of a series of individual performances (such as singing) by amateurs who may be selected for special recognition as performing talent
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At the start of season 16, the cast members participated in a staple talent show challenge.
—Braedon Montgomery, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Alyssa's domination over the competition was apparent from the beginning, with the drag icon winning the season premiere's talent show challenge, and coasting through the rest of the episodes without once placing in the bottom.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 25 Oct. 2024
Festivities for the evening included a talent show and a fashion show as well as opportunities for tons of singing and dancing.
—Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
Younger kiddos can make crafts, play on the beach, and show off their skills during scavenger hunts and talent shows, while older kids and teens can mix and mingle over karaoke, dive-in movies, and tennis clinics.
—Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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First Known Use
1953, in the meaning defined above
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“Talent show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talent%20show. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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talent show
noun
: a show consisting of a series of performances by amateurs who may be selected for special recognition as performers
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