put in an appearance
US /pʊt ɪn ən əˈpɪr.əns/
UK /pʊt ɪn ən əˈpɪr.əns/
1.
dar as caras, fazer uma aparição
to attend an event or place for a short time, often out of obligation or politeness, rather than genuine interest
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I'll just put in an appearance at the party and then head home.
Vou apenas dar as caras na festa e depois ir para casa.
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She felt obligated to put in an appearance at her cousin's wedding.
Ela se sentiu obrigada a fazer uma aparição no casamento de sua prima.