1
as in to come
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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2
as in to arise
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 come up
Although Braddy’s age didn’t come up in their deliberations, the jurors acknowledged that had Braddy received the death penalty, the now 76-year-old would likely never be executed.
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Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
Harrison came up limping and had an extended visit from Brewers medical staff but remained in the game and retired the next three batters, stranding Wood.
—ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
The Indians had some chances in the second half, but could never come up with the equalizer.
—Charles Baggarly & Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
This spot in the rotation will come up again on Thursday at Yankee Stadium.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2026
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Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
Harrison came up limping and had an extended visit from Brewers medical staff but remained in the game and retired the next three batters, stranding Wood.
—ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
The Indians had some chances in the second half, but could never come up with the equalizer.
—Charles Baggarly & Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
This spot in the rotation will come up again on Thursday at Yankee Stadium.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for come up
Verb
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The laughs come fast and furious, too, on a relentless rhythm with an astonishing hit rate.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Each board comes with spread containers, bowls and a cheese knife.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Re-entry remains a large hurdle, with dangers arising from the 25,000 mph high-speed return to Earth.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Tucker did not answer several follow-up questions, including the vetting process for the Nicholsons and any red flags that might have arisen.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Apr. 2026
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Hengemuhle said that, as human beings, there is a responsibility to do everything possible to combat hate, which requires understanding and educating one another, as well as drawing on different policing and professional backgrounds.—
Amelie Botbol,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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The whole journey of these chefs who have to escape, with a ticking clock and real danger, draws on elements that are common to cinema all over the world.—
Emiliano de Pablos,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2026
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Swalwell announced the end of his campaign for governor of California and resigned from the House of Representatives after the allegations first surfaced last week.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The accusations surfaced Friday when the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN published accounts from a former member of Swalwell’s district office staff.—
Chris Fusco,
Sacbee.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Nets closed their 2025-26 home schedule Thursday night at Barclays Center with a 123-94 loss to the Indiana Pacers, a game that looked and felt like two teams protecting lottery position.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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At home, avenues for campaigning were methodically closed for Orbán’s opponents.—
Kapil Komireddi,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
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After competing in only the bars at the 2025 NCAA Championships, Blakely has emerged this season as one of the nation’s top all-around performers, capable of scoring a 10 in any event.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Samnites and Gauls of the Republic disappear from view under the principate, when the Retiarius emerges, along with the Murmillo and the Secutor.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Citing these extenuating circumstances, Ford approached the administration late last year to request temporary tariff relief.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
9 Apr. 2026
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What happens next Authorities emphasize that the charges are allegations, and Mance is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Spiegel asked to speak to Mengele and alert him of what was happening — a risky decision that saved the boys from death.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Come up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/come%20up. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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