| Id | ESLPod_0561_WE_0797 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 561 |
| Episode Title | Being Forgetful |
| Phrase | to show up |
| Text | In this podcast, the phrase "to show up" means to come or arrive at a particular place at a particular time: "What time did Santiago show up at the office?" The phrase "to show (someone) up" means to do something better than another person, or to make another person look worse or less important than oneself: "Gwen showed us all up, wearing her most beautiful dress and most elegant jewelry to the dinner party." Finally, the phrase "to show off" means to draw attention to something, especially if it is something that other people don't have, but would like to have: "Did you see the way Mandy was showing off her expensive engagement ring, practically putting her finger in front of our eyes all evening?" |
| Topics | About You |
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