in person

phrase

: in one's bodily presence
The movie star appeared in person.

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Very few, therefore, were lucky enough to see in person the stunning white Monique Lhuillier gown worn by Roberts. — Alfredo Toriello, Vanity Fair, 27 July 2026 Carlos joined around 80 other day laborers on Saturday at a convention held by NDLON in Pasadena, the first time the community came together in person since the raids began last year. — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026 Neither Bill, 72, nor Brooks, who turned 100 on June 28, appeared in person at the Comic-Con panel on July 24, but both men filmed videos to share with the audience during the panel. — Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026 The tradition of a nominee appearing in person at their party’s convention to receive this honor began in Chicago in 1932. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in person

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“In person.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20person. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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