show up

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phrasal verb

if something shows up, people can see it
Example: He didn't think they'd really expect him to show up at an air show in Mesa.
same as show
Example: I’ll be very surprised if they show up on time.
to behave in a way that makes someone who you are with feel embarrassed
Example: Meanwhile they're only concerned with getting a fire going and waiting until we show up to rescue them.
to make it possible to see something
Example: The white seat covers showed up every speck of dirt.

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Real examples of "show up" in context

Tom Holland Calls for a Doctor While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones

Interview

I will show up on set. I will show up on set.

23:41

Elizabeth Olsen Feels Brave While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones

Interview

And then to show up and not know what you're doing, I think, is just really disrespectful and rude.

4:08

Because you should be ashamed of yourself if you show up to work and you know everything that the heads of department had to go through and all the preparation and all the time and energy and approval.

3:54

Bob Odenkirk Has a Fire in His Belly While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones

Interview

Do you cut this show up or do you make us make people fucking watch me 12 wings?

7:26

That's one thing about me. I show up.