aparecer, apresentar-se, comparecer
1. to arrive at a place, especially when expected or required
He promised to show up on time for the meeting.
Ele prometeu comparecer pontualmente à reunião.
2. to become visible or apparent
The stain didn't show up until after washing.
A mancha não apareceu até depois de lavar.
3. to embarrass or expose someone by revealing their faults or mistakes
She showed him up in front of everyone by pointing out his lies.
Ela o humilhou diante de todos ao apontar suas mentiras.
NYC Slang
show up (common in NYC English, meaning to arrive or embarrass someone)
Related Idioms & Phrases
show someone up - humiliate or embarrass someone
show up late - arrive after the expected time
show up for - be present and supportive for someone
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