as in lure
something that persuades one to perform an action for pleasure or gain
the spectacular sale was enough of a come-on to get many shoppers to try the store for the first time
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Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in no
how surprising, doubtful, or unbelievable
come on, you can't be serious in making such an offer!
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in to arrive
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Recent Examples of come on
Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier Journal, 19 Aug. 2025
But when building this show, a light bulb came on: do that same idea again, this time on radio.
—Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2025
Justin Curto, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
The marketing come-on for Sardinia is simple: The Italian island calls itself the Caribbean of the Mediterranean.
—Ann Abel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Lukas' death came on the eve of the final day of racing for the 2025 spring meet at the legendary Louisville track.
—Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier Journal, 19 Aug. 2025
But when building this show, a light bulb came on: do that same idea again, this time on radio.
—Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2025
Interjection
Not long after, Holt turned down a come-on from the producer Howard Hughes.
—Justin Curto, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
The marketing come-on for Sardinia is simple: The Italian island calls itself the Caribbean of the Mediterranean.
—Ann Abel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for come on
Noun
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His season with the Lions is a success on the field, though the documentary resists the lure of game-by-game storytelling.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
24 July 2025
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For decades, the lure of cartel cash has ensnared prosecutors, generals, mayors, governors — and even the country’s onetime top law enforcement honcho, Genaro García Luna, against whom Veytia testified in federal court in Brooklyn.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 July 2025
Verb
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The champion 2-year-old and 2024 Travers Stakes winner arrives at Del Mar looking to rebound after a disappointing Whitney effort.—
Jared Welch,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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When officers arrived, according to dispatch, the suspect ran, leading to a brief chase.—
Jennifer Edwards Baker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This means creating a budget and sticking to it, committing to savings and investments, and resisting the temptation to spend on impulse.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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The temptation toward excess automation has always been with us.—
David Autor,
The Atlantic,
24 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Online retailers often have faster processing times than physical retailers, sometimes offering same-day delivery options, and there is no pressure from the seller.—
Jason Phillips,
Freep.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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While the narrow window to combat it this year is coming to an end, there are a few things Hoosiers can do to help.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Newton’s population hit a record high in the 2020 census and Showalter said roughly half of those who’ve received the housing incentive are new to the city.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
25 Aug. 2025
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) last month launched a hiring push to bolster detention and deportation efforts, offering incentives including student loan forgiveness and signing bonuses of up to $50,000.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Aug. 2025
Interjection
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Gather ye, oh clouds of despondency, rain blood down onto Gallowgate and soak the ground red.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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And then, oh, my gosh, the brother of the person that's in the lake works at the boathouse in Lexington.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 July 2025
Verb
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Resources nationalism is emerging as an obstacle to an attempt by the oil-rich middle east emirate of Abu Dhabi to acquire Santos, Australia’s second biggest oil and gas company.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Last weekend, reports emerged that Washington had made Brian Robinson Jr. available in trade talks.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Enter horrifying attractions such as Temple of Terror, Killer Klowns, Dr. Psycho's Haunted Estate, Middletown Haunted Trail, Phobia and Toxic Hillbillies.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
31 Aug. 2025
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The seasonal attraction, also featuring at Universal Studios Orlando, places fans in iconic scenes and face-to-face with their favorite Fallout characters on a journey that begins beneath the surface in Vault 33.—
Simon Thompson,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Come on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/come%20on. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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