Meaning of the word "show up" in English

What does "show up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

show up

US /ʃoʊ ʌp/
UK /ʃoʊ ʌp/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to arrive or appear at a place, especially unexpectedly or after a delay

Example:
He didn't show up for the meeting.
The missing documents finally showed up in an old box.
2.

to outshine or perform better than someone else

Example:
She always tries to show up her colleagues.
He showed up the competition with his brilliant performance.
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