showing up

phrasal verb

UK /ˈʃəʊɪŋ ʌp/

US /ˈʃoʊɪŋ ʌp/

Being there when you said you would be.

Showing up on time for practice makes the coach happy.

SYNONYMS

arriving appearing turning up attending being present

RELATED WORDS

punctual reliable commitment presence attendance

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Being brave enough to try something even when it is hard.

Showing up for the spelling bee took real courage.

3. Appearing or becoming visible.

The first stars were showing up in the evening sky.

4. Doing your part to help or support others.

Thanks for showing up for your friend when he needed you.