grandstand
noun
- large and normally permanent structure for seating spectators
verb
- to perform, often in a brash or haughty manner
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈɡɹæn(d)stænd/
noun
Etymology: From grand + stand.
- The seating area at a stadium or arena; the bleachers.
- The audience at a public event.
verb
Etymology: From grand + stand.
- To behave dramatically or showily to impress an audience or observers; to pander to a crowd.
“Many politicians prefer to grandstand on hot-button issues rather than enact tough policy changes.”