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UK//ˈsʌmθɪŋ tɜːnz ʌp//US//ˈsʌmθɪŋ tɜrn ʌp//

Meaning of Something turns up

To appear or be found unexpectedly.

In simple words: Something appears or is discovered unexpectedly.

Something turns up in a sentence

  • I didn't expect to see you here; I thought you'd never turn up.
  • Her old love letters finally turned up in the attic.
  • Just when we thought the problem was solved, more issues turned up.
  • We searched everywhere, but nothing turned up.
  • After weeks of waiting, a job offer finally turned up!

How to use Something turns up

Use in casual conversations to describe unexpected appearances. Not suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

turn up + subject

Memory hint

Imagine a surprise party where guests suddenly turn up!

Related words

Collocations with Something turns up

  • unexpectedly turn up
  • turn up the volume
  • turn up missing
  • turn up late
  • not turn up

Synonyms for Something turns up

Common mistakes with Something turns up

  • Confusing with 'show up' which is slightly different in meaning.
  • Using in contexts where a more formal phrase is appropriate.
  • Misplacing the phrase, for example, saying 'turn up something' instead of 'something turns up'.

Compare Something turns up with Appear, Arrive

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Frequently asked questions about Something turns up

What does Something turns up mean?

Something appears or is discovered unexpectedly.

What is the definition of Something turns up?

To appear or be found unexpectedly.

How do you use Something turns up in a sentence?

I didn't expect to see you here; I thought you'd never turn up.

Can you give another example of Something turns up?

Her old love letters finally turned up in the attic.

What are synonyms for Something turns up?

Common alternatives include appear, show up, come to light, arrive, materialize.

What words go with Something turns up?

It commonly pairs with unexpectedly turn up, turn up the volume, turn up missing, turn up late, not turn up.

What are common mistakes when using Something turns up?

Confusing with 'show up' which is slightly different in meaning. Using in contexts where a more formal phrase is appropriate. Misplacing the phrase, for example, saying 'turn up something' instead of 'something turns up'.

How do you pronounce Something turns up?

US: //ˈsʌmθɪŋ tɜrn ʌp//, UK: //ˈsʌmθɪŋ tɜːnz ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Something turns up?

Use in casual conversations to describe unexpected appearances. Not suitable for formal writing.