Series vs Show

Both 'series' and 'show' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Series' is commonly used to refer to a set of related television episodes, while 'show' is a more general term that can refer to any type of entertainment program, including television shows, movies, plays, etc.

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Series

This is correct and commonly used to refer to a set of related television episodes.

Use 'series' when referring to a set of related television episodes, such as a season of a TV show.

Examples:

I just finished watching the latest season of my favorite series.
The new series has received rave reviews from critics.

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Standard-issue Smith & Wesson 100 Series handcuffs.
Encryption codes to break into a BMW 7 Series.
I didn't care nothing about the Series.
If we don't win the last game of the Series they'll dismiss us.
Drove a white pearlescent BMW 7 Series with white leather interior.
I drove a Series 1 in that film.
It is a replacement for the two-door 3 Series Coupe.
The colors are based on Star Trek: The Original Series.
Stolen, black, late model Beemer 7 Series.
Council of Europe, European Treaties Series, No 30.
Council of Europe, European Treaty Series, No 99.
Series production of wooden building components including flooring
1) Series adjusted for non-euro area residents» holdings of all negotiable instruments.
The 9,000 Series uses holographic memories so chronological erasures would not work.
The 9000 Series is the most reliable computer ever made.
The 9000 Series has a perfect operational record.
I know the wonderful achievements of the 9000 Series, but...
TABLE 1 Stocks data Series keys for structural financial indicators 1.
TABLE 2 Adjustments data Series keys for banking structural statistical indicators
2 English special edition: Series I Chapter 1967 p.

Alternatives:

TV series
television series
season

Show

This is correct and commonly used as a more general term to refer to any type of entertainment program.

Use 'show' to refer to any type of entertainment program, including television shows, movies, plays, etc.

Examples:

I'm going to see a show at the theater tonight.
What's your favorite TV show?

Alternatives:

program
production
performance

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