SHOWING UP (FOR) Synonyms: 10 Similar and Opposite Words

showing up (for)

verb

present participle of show up (for)

as in attending

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Taiwan’s attendance at summits has provoked China's ire before, with the issue resulting in partner countries being barred from attending last year’s meeting in Solomon Islands.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026
From noting a guest’s preference for breakfast to thoughtful touches like female service staff attending to single female guests post sundown, at every touchpoint, there is thought, care, and sensitivity to ensure complete ease.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

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