1
as in comes
to come near or nearer
the girl came up to the counter and asked if she could have her order prepared to go
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as in arises
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
let me know if anything else comes up during the project
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Recent Examples of comes up
If tension comes up with a coworker, pause and restate roles clearly to keep things moving.
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Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
There is no national standard for how many hours of legal work in a day is too many, but the issue often comes up in arguments to a judge over what legal fees the winning side in a case can recover from the losing side.
—Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Automet is a brand that commonly comes up in our editor search to find comfy matching sets.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
And the latest search for Malaysia Airlines’ MH370 comes up empty.
—Nasteho Said, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
When the Eagles think about the leaders on the team, Davis’ name comes up.
—Zach Berman, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
When asked whether the 23-year age difference comes up in everyday life, with cultural references or interests, Sam says the answer is, generally, no.
—Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Having the extra cash on hand in case anything comes up is worth paying my student loan servicer an extra $400.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Adding another pass rusher should be a top-tier priority for the Cowboys at the deadline if an opportunity comes up.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
There is no national standard for how many hours of legal work in a day is too many, but the issue often comes up in arguments to a judge over what legal fees the winning side in a case can recover from the losing side.
—Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Automet is a brand that commonly comes up in our editor search to find comfy matching sets.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
And the latest search for Malaysia Airlines’ MH370 comes up empty.
—Nasteho Said, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
When the Eagles think about the leaders on the team, Davis’ name comes up.
—Zach Berman, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
When asked whether the 23-year age difference comes up in everyday life, with cultural references or interests, Sam says the answer is, generally, no.
—Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Having the extra cash on hand in case anything comes up is worth paying my student loan servicer an extra $400.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Adding another pass rusher should be a top-tier priority for the Cowboys at the deadline if an opportunity comes up.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comes up
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The position requires approval from the Senate and comes with an ambassador title.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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That’s the pressure that comes with being a superstar (not to mention having a $12 million salary).—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Conflict arises when Jonas’ character turns one of his jam session partner’s tunes into a hit.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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If the right moment arises, however, Miller isn’t afraid to let some emotion fly.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Additional storm development is also possible across the Appalachians into the Mid-Atlantic as an upper-level system approaches from the west.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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As a courtroom showdown between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively approaches next month, lawyers for the former co-stars continued to hash out key pretrial issues Tuesday before a federal judge.—
Rebecca Keegan,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Rather than pulling from a generic product database, Shopping mode surfaces ideas from creators and communities already active on Facebook, Instagram and Threads.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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Such institutional prejudice often surfaces, in ways both brazen and subtle, when Muslims attempt to build new places of worship or renovate existing ones.—
Connor Letourneau,
San Francisco Chronicle,
11 Apr. 2026
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Pakistan has become one of the most consequential players in the Iran war, taking on a risky mediation role that draws on its ties with Tehran while keeping its financial lifeline with the Gulf intact.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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His advocacy for organ donation draws on firsthand experience supporting families through critical moments.—
Bruce Staley,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
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Michael’s brother Sonny (James Caan) becomes the de facto crime boss as the Corleones prosecute a turf war against their rivals, and Michael eventually emerges as the new, and much more ruthless boss, much to the horror of his wife, Kay (Diane Keaton).—
David Faris,
TheWeek,
29 Apr. 2026
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But among players such as rookies Rodriguez, the second-round pick from Texas Tech, Trey Moore, the fourth-round pick from Texas, and Kyle Louis, the fourth-round pick from Pitt, perhaps someone emerges or perhaps a hybrid role is created.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The private patio space off of the living room bellies up to the beach, where two sunbeds and an umbrella are set up for sunset happy hours.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
24 Feb. 2026
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For the best seat in the house, request the chef's table that bellies up to the kitchen.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
16 Jan. 2026
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All the statute requires is that DHS solicit and receive other agencies' views; Congress left the Executive Branch to resolve how that process happens and how much detail other agencies provide.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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And when that happens, voters are left to question whether the outcome of an election reflects their voice or the lines that were drawn around it.—
Dan Daley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Comes up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comes%20up. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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