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VocabJLPT N1

to appear and disappear

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. making frequent appearances
2. appearing often

This verb-like noun describes something appearing and disappearing repeatedly, often unexpectedly. It is commonly used to talk about animals, criminals, or supernatural beings that show up in an area from time to time.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"That bug is showing up again?"

Sentence 2

That food stall that only pops up in that one alleyway — the food is actually surprisingly legit!

Sentence 3

"That cat's been showing up in our yard a lot, hasn't it?"

Sentence 4

On a foggy morning, a shadowy figure kept appearing on the bridge and then vanishing.

Sentence 5

"You only ever show up around review time — honestly, pretty easy to read."