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as in arrives
to get to a destination
when do you think they'll come?
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as in happens
to take place
whatever may come we'll always be together
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as in progresses
to move forward along a course
how is the remodeling job coming?
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Recent Examples of comes
The depth comes with questions.
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Alec Lewis, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Held in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 15 to 17, this is the president’s fifth time attending the conference in person and comes amid heightened global turmoil, with the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine expected to loom large over the summit’s economic and geopolitical agenda.
—Emily Chang, ABC News, 15 June 2026
When prostate cancer progresses despite hormone therapy or other treatments, many caregivers immediately focus on what treatment comes next.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
Concerns about youth violence persist The killing comes as Pittsburgh’s overall homicides have decreased from recent highs, yet young people continue to make up a significant share of victims, according to Pittsburgh Police data.
—Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 15 June 2026
The actor argued that social media creates the illusion of intimacy while removing the unpredictability that comes with genuine human connection.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
It’s crafted of sturdy wood and comes with anti-tipping hardware and soft-close hinges.
—Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
Much of the pleasure comes simply from exploring the estate itself.
—Arion McNicoll, TheWeek, 15 June 2026
Why a metabolic drug may improve fertility Weight loss that often comes with taking GLP-1s can help with healthier hormone function, including testosterone levels, Natesh said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 15 June 2026
Alec Lewis, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Held in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 15 to 17, this is the president’s fifth time attending the conference in person and comes amid heightened global turmoil, with the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine expected to loom large over the summit’s economic and geopolitical agenda.
—Emily Chang, ABC News, 15 June 2026
When prostate cancer progresses despite hormone therapy or other treatments, many caregivers immediately focus on what treatment comes next.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
Concerns about youth violence persist The killing comes as Pittsburgh’s overall homicides have decreased from recent highs, yet young people continue to make up a significant share of victims, according to Pittsburgh Police data.
—Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 15 June 2026
The actor argued that social media creates the illusion of intimacy while removing the unpredictability that comes with genuine human connection.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
It’s crafted of sturdy wood and comes with anti-tipping hardware and soft-close hinges.
—Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
Much of the pleasure comes simply from exploring the estate itself.
—Arion McNicoll, TheWeek, 15 June 2026
Why a metabolic drug may improve fertility Weight loss that often comes with taking GLP-1s can help with healthier hormone function, including testosterone levels, Natesh said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comes
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Afterward, Roseman approaches, shaking his head.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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By Wednesday and Thursday, another system approaches, and a few showers and rumbles may sneak into the area Wednesday.—
Andrew Kozak,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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South Korea arrives with a mix of European experience and a hunger for glory.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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When everyone arrives, Zack, Benji, Schwartz, Danny, and Luke are all at the swim-up bar as the storm clouds roll into the resort.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
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Rebalancing becomes a priority as the Libra moon coordinates with Venus.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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The Hawks will have to wait a couple of weeks before the deal becomes official.—
Lauren Williams,
AJC.com,
22 June 2026
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The video does not show what happens next inside the vehicle.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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A lot of good research happens when people can draw on tools, techniques and insights from different areas, disciplines and even fields.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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As the season progresses, getting that balance back could be just as important as any trade deadline addition.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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After such an emphatic opening display from the holders, few would bet against Messi adding to his 16 World Cup goals as the tournament progresses.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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What does is that someone like Brind’Amour, who helped lift a struggling team up to the pinnacle of the sport — twice now — enters the Hall, where the sport’s greatest stories belong.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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In a press briefing ahead of the summit, which enters its second day on Tuesday and will conclude on Wednesday, Macron said a key focus of the talks would be maintaining support for Ukraine.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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In some cases, such a reexamination appears to be already underway, said Paul Sanford, director of policy analysis at The Wilderness Society.—
Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The issue appears to be ongoing.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Deep trust grows with clear boundaries as aching Chiron enters your 8th House of Intimacy and Shared Resources.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 June 2026
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Centrus continues to expand enrichment operations in Pike County as demand for advanced reactor fuel grows.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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