Show your face
verb phrase
To appear or come into a place where people can see you, especially when you are not expected or desired to.
If he had any decency, he would never show his face around here again after what he did.
Often appears as...
- don't want to show your face
- can't show your face
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To make an appearance or attend an event.
Even though it was raining heavily, they decided to show their faces at the neighborhood meeting.
Often appears as...
- show your face at a meeting
- show your face at a party
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To appear or come into a place where people can see you, especially when you are not expected or desired to.
If he had any decency, he would never show his face around here again after what he did.
Often appears as...
- don't want to show your face
- can't show your face
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To make an appearance or attend an event.
Even though it was raining heavily, they decided to show their faces at the neighborhood meeting.
Often appears as...
- show your face at a meeting
- show your face at a party
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Negative connotation
Often used to convey disapproval or shame after someone has done something bad.
After the scandal, he shouldn't show his face in the company.
Pro Tip 2/3Unwelcome presence
Used when someone's presence is not welcome or could cause discomfort.
She's afraid to show her face at the party since the argument.
Pro Tip 3/3Expressing fear
Indicates reluctance or fear to be seen, possibly due to embarrassment or guilt.
I can't show my face at the gym after I tripped on the treadmill.
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