show up

/ʃˈəʊ ˈʌp/

/ʃˈoʊ ˈʌp/

to show up

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: show]

to arrive at an event or appointment where one is expected

synonyms : come on

be or become visible or noticeable

synonyms : show

*** Make visible or expose faults and deficiencies in, usually by comparison

Examples

1. We ran like the wind when the cops showed up.

2. Tommy, you seem to show up a day late and a dollar short all the time.

3. John always promises to help, but he never shows up.

4. Tom didn't show up for work today, he just took French leave without telling anyone.