passing show
A "passing show" can refer to both a form of entertainment focusing on contemporary themes and the transient nature of life events.
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Definition
C1Entertainment
(general)A performance or production that features current events and interests.
Example
- The theater is putting on a passing show that highlights the latest news and trends.
- Musical revues often serve as a passing show, reflecting the spirit of the times.
B2Life
(literary)A temporary or brief event or spectacle that captures attention momentarily.
Example
- He viewed the political scandal as just another passing show in the grand theater of life.
- The carnival was a passing show, here today and gone tomorrow.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "passing show":
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