Meaning of "Turn up"

[Pioneer]

Test No. incompl/advan-6 "Phrasal Verbs", question 2

Don't worry we'll have to wait a little longer because I'm sure he'll ......... soon.

(a) turn up
(b) turn in
(c) turn into
(d) turn down

Test No. incompl/advan-6 "Phrasal Verbs", answer 2

Don't worry we'll have to wait a little longer because I'm sure he'll turn up soon.

Correct answer: (a) turn up

Hello Alan! Explain please! Does "Turn up" mean 'Show up'?
Many thanks
Pioneer

[Alan]

Hi,

Yes, that's right - it means to appear/arrive unexpectedly.

Alan
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