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/

Phrasal Verb
1.
to arrive or appear at a place, especially unexpectedly or after a delay
Example:
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He didn't show up for the meeting.
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The missing documents finally showed up in an old box.
2.
to outshine or perform better than someone else
Example:
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She always tries to show up her colleagues.
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He showed up the competition with his brilliant performance.
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