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to report, say, show, illustrate, point out ☊ cho thấy ☊
表示 → ☊ biao3shi4 to express; to show; to say; to state; to indicate; to mean ☊ Cho thấy ☊
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like: cho thấy → →
experience has shown that ☊ kinh nghiệm cho thấy rằng ☊
Die Auswertung der Daten hat gezeigt, dass wir im Wettbewerb gegen die Konkurrenz verlieren könnten. ☊ Quá trình phân tích đánh giá số liệu cho thấy rằng chúng ta có thể sẽ bị thua trong cuộc cạnh tranh với các đối thủ. ☊ (Lektion 114, Nr. 2105)
He didn't show his wife any affection. ☊ affection ☊
He showed great character returning to the sport after his accident. ☊ character ☊
The game was closer than the score suggests. ☊ close ☊
They showed no consideration whatsoever for my feelings. ☊ consideration ☊
contrast (of sth): Careful contrast of the two plans shows some important differences. ☊ contrast ☊
The cracks (= faults) in the government's economic policy are already beginning to show. ☊ crack ☊
These data show that most cancers are detected as a result of clinical follow-up. ☊ data ☊
demonstrate that...: These results demonstrate convincingly that our campaign is working. ☊ demonstrate ☊
demonstrate how, what, etc...: His sudden departure had demonstrated how unreliable he was. ☊ demonstrate ☊
The problem with white is that it soon shows the dirt. ☊ dirt ☊
The map shows the distribution of this species across the world. ☊ distribution ☊
The research showed beyond doubt that smoking contributes to heart disease. ☊ beyond (any) doubt ☊
evidence (that...): There is not a shred of evidence that the meeting actually took place. ☊ evidence ☊
Her face lit up (= showed happiness) when she spoke of the past. ☊ face ☊
His face fell (= showed disappointment, sadness, etc.) when he read the headlines. ☊ face ☊
Figures for April show a slight improvement on previous months ☊ figure ☊
The report found that 30% of the firms studied had failed within a year. ☊ find ☊
His voice gave him away (= showed who he really was). ☊ give sth/sb away ☊
Martha's hurt pride showed in her eyes. ☊ hurt ☊
She gives the impression of being very busy. ☊ impression ☊
indicate sth: A red sky at night often indicates fine weather the next day. ☊ indicate ☊
indicate sth: Record profits in the retail market indicate a boom in the economy. ☊ indicate ☊
A yellowing of the skin indicates jaundice. ☊ indicate ☊
The article claims that an increase in crime indicates a decline in moral standards. ☊ indicate ☊
indication (of doing sth): He shows every indication (= clear signs) of wanting to accept the post. ☊ indication ☊
All the indications are that the deal will go ahead as planned. ☊ indication ☊
Research shows that most young smokers are influenced by their friends. ☊ influence ☊
Her evidence suggests a different interpretation of the events. ☊ interpretation ☊
She showed a lack of judgement when she gave Mark the job. ☊ judgement ☊
She showed a distinct lack of enthusiasm for the idea of becoming a mother. ☊ lack ☊
He showed a lively interest in politics. ☊ lively ☊
mark sb/sth + adj.: The teacher marked her absent (= made a mark by her name to show that she was absent). ☊ mark ☊
a nervous glance/smile/voice (= one that shows that you feel anxious) ☊ nervous ☊
performance indicators (= things that show how well or badly sth is working) ☊ performance ☊
Is there any physical evidence to suggest that a crime has been committed? ☊ physical ☊
The TV report painted a much rosier picture of the employment situation than research shows to be the case. ☊ picture ☊
The picture shows the couple together on their yacht. ☊ picture ☊
He's just saying that to prove a point (= to show his idea is right). ☊ point ☊
Analysis showed that traces of arsenic were present in the body. ☊ present ☊
Her work shows great promise. ☊ promise ☊
proof that...: There is no proof that the knife belonged to her. ☊ proof ☊
There is little evidence that harsher punishments deter any better than more lenient ones. ☊ punishment ☊
Figures published today show another fall in the rate of inflation. ☊ rate ☊
He flashed a smile, showing two rows of white, regular teeth. ☊ regular ☊
What have their researches shown? ☊ research ☊
The project is beginning to show results. ☊ result ☊
X-rays revealed a fracture. ☊ reveal ☊
That says it all really, doesn't it? (= it shows clearly what is true) ☊ say ☊
They shook hands on the deal (= to show that they had reached an agreement). ☊ shake ☊
She plans to show her paintings early next year. ☊ show ☊
She had objected to a photo showing her in a bikini. ☊ show ☊
The map shows the principal towns and rivers. ☊ show ☊
The clock showed midnight. ☊ show ☊
The end-of-year accounts show a loss. ☊ show ☊
show sth: Their new white carpet showed every mark. ☊ show ☊
show yourself + adj.: She had shown herself unable to deal with money. ☊ show ☊
show yourself to be/have sth: He has shown himself to be ready to make compromises. ☊ show ☊
show that...: He has shown that he is ready to make compromises. ☊ show ☊
show sth (for/to sb): They showed no respect for their parents. ☊ show ☊
show sb sth: They showed their parents no respect. ☊ show ☊
She's nearly forty now. And it shows (= it's obvious). ☊ show ☊
show sth: Her expression showed her disappointment. ☊ show ☊
show how, what, etc...: She tried not to show how disappointed she was. ☊ show ☊
show sb sth: Have you shown anyone your work? ☊ show ☊
show (that)...: The figures clearly show that her claims are false. ☊ show ☊
The government's popularity is declining rapidly, as the opinion polls show. ☊ show ☊
show sb that...: Market research has shown us that people want quality, not just low prices. ☊ show ☊
show sth: a report showing the company's current situation ☊ show ☊
show sb/sth to be/have sth: His new book shows him to be a first-rate storyteller. ☊ show ☊
show (sb) how, what, etc...: This shows how people are influenced by TV advertisements. ☊ show ☊
Has anyone shown you round yet? ☊ show sb around/round (sth) ☊
He gave a thumbs-up sign. ☊ sign ☊
Your work has shown a significant improvement. ☊ significant ☊
This study shows/confirms/suggests that... ☊ study ☊
suggest (that)...: All the evidence suggests (that) he stole the money. ☊ suggest ☊
suggest sth: The symptoms suggest a minor heart attack. ☊ suggest ☊
A recent survey showed 75% of those questioned were in favour of the plan. ☊ survey ☊
The survey revealed that... ☊ survey ☊
Voting showed a 10% swing to Labour. ☊ swing ☊
There are indications of a swing towards nuclear power. ☊ swing ☊
Table 2 shows how prices and earnings have increased over the past 20 years. ☊ table ☊
Tests have shown high levels of pollutants in the water. ☊ test ☊
Try to show a little more understanding. ☊ understanding ☊
vital to do sth: It was vital to show that he was not afraid. ☊ vital ☊
Some of the studies show positive results, whereas others do not. ☊ whereas ☊
Her decision to continue shows great strength of will. ☊ will ☊