comings and goings

noun

: the activity of people arriving at and leaving a place

He sat in the café watching the comings and goings of the customers.

Examples of comings and goings in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The yacht also has a touch-and-go helipad in the bow to facilitate comings and goings at sea. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2026

The two gained viral attention several years back, after livestream nest cameras were installed, allowing viewers across the world to track the eagles' comings and goings. — Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026

Familiar faces in new places The offseason featured plenty of comings and goings, and OTAs and minicamps served as an introductory period for some of the biggest names that changed addresses. — Mike Jones, New York Times, 27 July 2026

The most unique room is the Beyzade Suite—the former warden’s room—set on two stories with a magnificent arched window that sits right above the hotel’s entrance, giving you the best views of the comings and goings. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

Rhymes for comings and goings

• outgoings
• showings