make an appearance
idiom
: to go to an event, gathering, etc., usually for a short period of time
The candidate made an appearance at the rally.
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Here are ten that are bound to make an appearance this season.
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Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2025
Towards the show’s finale, Viv’s character arc is reminiscent of the original character, played by Janet Hubert, who is set to make an appearance this season.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 Nov. 2025
Colborn later retired from radio and moved back to Freeport, Illinois, where his family lived, though Eddie and JoBo did make an appearance together again on B96 in 2024.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 25 Nov. 2025
While there are still rushed days when waffles and beans make an appearance, overall, Zoe aims for a balanced approach during mealtimes, but intention guides the overall picture.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
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Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2025
Towards the show’s finale, Viv’s character arc is reminiscent of the original character, played by Janet Hubert, who is set to make an appearance this season.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 Nov. 2025
Colborn later retired from radio and moved back to Freeport, Illinois, where his family lived, though Eddie and JoBo did make an appearance together again on B96 in 2024.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 25 Nov. 2025
While there are still rushed days when waffles and beans make an appearance, overall, Zoe aims for a balanced approach during mealtimes, but intention guides the overall picture.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
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“Make an appearance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20an%20appearance. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.
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