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showdown

[ˈʃoʊdaʊn]

showdown Definition

  • 1a final confrontation or contest between opposing forces or individuals
  • 2a decisive or critical moment or situation

Using showdown: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "showdown" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The two boxers are preparing for a showdown in the ring.

  • Example

    The political candidates had a showdown during the debate.

  • Example

    The company's financial future will be decided in a high-stakes showdown with its competitors.

showdown Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for showdown

Phrases with showdown

  • a confrontation or contest that is scheduled or expected to occur at a specific time and place, often used in Western movies

    Example

    The sheriff and the outlaw had a showdown at high noon in the town square.

  • showdown talk

    a conversation or discussion that is intended to resolve a conflict or disagreement

    Example

    The manager called a meeting for a showdown talk with the employees about their performance.

  • a phenomenon where people tend to become more aggressive or competitive when they know they are being watched or evaluated

    Example

    The athletes experienced the showdown effect during the Olympic trials, resulting in record-breaking performances.

Origins of showdown

from 'show' + 'down', meaning a showdown is a public display of power or force

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Summary: showdown in Brief

A 'showdown' [ˈʃoʊdaʊn] is a final confrontation or contest between opposing forces or individuals, often in a high-stakes situation. It can also refer to a decisive or critical moment or situation. Examples include a boxing match, a political debate, or a business competition. Phrases like 'showdown at high noon' and 'showdown talk' add specificity to the term, while the 'showdown effect' describes a phenomenon where people become more competitive when they know they are being watched.