1
as in to appear
to come into view
normally, one doesn't see them, but the actress's wrinkles show up in the close-ups
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2
as in to arrive
to get to a destination
the band showed up an hour late
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3
as in to expose
to reveal the true nature of
were shown up for what they really are
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Not everybody likes showing up to the airport in lounge clothes, so if your aim for the new year is to stay comfy while still looking your best, this quarter-zip sweater is a worthwhile investment at 20 percent off.
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2025
That defense showed up in Week 18, holding the explosive Bengals to 19 points in another loss, but the Ravens are much-more balanced and have a bigger array of weapons, Derrick Henry chief among them.
—Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
The trendy and functional dual suite is perfect for multi-generational families who want room for a relative, a need that showed up in Shea Homes’ research.
—Caitlin Montoya, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
Waltzes have, indeed, continued to have a funny way of showing up where least expected.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2025
That defense showed up in Week 18, holding the explosive Bengals to 19 points in another loss, but the Ravens are much-more balanced and have a bigger array of weapons, Derrick Henry chief among them.
—Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
The trendy and functional dual suite is perfect for multi-generational families who want room for a relative, a need that showed up in Shea Homes’ research.
—Caitlin Montoya, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
Waltzes have, indeed, continued to have a funny way of showing up where least expected.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
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This sketch first appeared in season 49 and is still a crowd-pleaser.—
Rosa Escandon,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Bezos’s Blue Origin has struggled to keep up with Musk’s SpaceX, though the two appeared supportive of each other’s business ventures last week in a shift in tone.—
Miranda Nazzaro,
The Hill,
19 Jan. 2025
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Allen arrived at Highmark Stadium on Sunday morning in an FEA hoodie.—
Tim Graham,
The Athletic,
13 Jan. 2025
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When to Stream reported Monday that Nosferatu is expected to arrive on digital streaming via premium video on demand on Tuesday, Jan. 21.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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Despite The Doors' popularity, Morrison faced a tarnished reputation after exposing himself at a Miami concert in March 1969.—
Makena Gera,
People.com,
12 Jan. 2025
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The half-acre property features the one-bedroom historic home, which has been preserved with original period details like a Rumford cooking fireplace, exposed beams, wide-plank hardwood floors, and windows.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
12 Jan. 2025
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Genki's product deck also shows a pro controller for the Switch 2, which looks eerily similar to the original peripheral.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
9 Jan. 2025
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Food prices declined by 0.6% month on month as a result of conducive weather conditions, official statistics showed.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2025
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With research from the Manhattan Institute showing that police slow, prevent or uncover more serious crimes by taking all routine precautions, about 45% of all crimes reported ended in arrest, marking the second-highest rate in the past decade.—
Glenn Minnis | The Center Square contributor,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
12 Jan. 2025
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That work has often uncovered ways in which the real world is more complicated than an earlier generation of models suggested.—
Ben Casselman,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2025
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Stay informed with the latest news, analysis and official statements as events unfold.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
11 Jan. 2025
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Definitely not after the way the last month has unfolded.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
The Athletic,
10 Jan. 2025
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The season takes new turns while remaining the most ambitious, batty and all-out pleasurable show on TV, an M.C. Escher maze whose plot convolutions never get in the way of its voice, heart and sense of humor.—
James Poniewozik,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2025
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Why not get in a mini vacation rather than sitting in the airport.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Show up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show%20up. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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