Advice to writers: convey an impression by the way that events are described in the narrative, and not by explicitly stating facts.

(idiomatic) Alternative form of bare one's teeth

(television) A talk show dealing with sensational topics like those found in a tabloid newspaper.

present participle of show one's claws

simple past tense of show one's claws

To demonstrate one's ability to hurt another. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see show, claw.

having only superficial qualities

(idiomatic) To be able to proceed with a plan or project, often in the face of difficult circumstances.

(informal) To show what one is capable of.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of keep the show on the road