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how did all this come about?
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Recent Examples of comes about
The project draws inspiration from Parry Gripp’s viral song of the same name and comes about through an exclusive partnership with the Daytime Emmy-winning musician, giving Spiridellis Bros.
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
The news comes about six months after Kelce joined activist investor Jana Partners in an effort to overhaul Six Flags, whose parent company recently merged with Cedar Fair.
—Jake Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Mar. 2026
The attack comes about six months after a similar one in Grand Blanc, a litte more than 30 miles away, where Thomas Jacob Sanford, 40, drove his truck into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during worship.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The decision comes about two years after T-Mobile flagged AT&T’s own TV commercials featuring actor Ben Stiller for overhyping its own satellite connectivity claims.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026
The $15-fruit-spread split comes about seven months after Netflix downgraded Markle’s production deal from an overall to a first-look.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 6 Mar. 2026
The shoot-down comes about two weeks after the use of a military laser system by CBP designed to disrupt drones near El Paso prompted the FAA to abruptly shut down a large swath of airspace up to 18,000 feet over the city for 10 days.
—Pete Muntean, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
The opening comes about seven months after Daddy Vic's Soul Food closed its previous location, 4444 Cane Run Road, due to roof damage following a July 2025 storms.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 27 Feb. 2026
The Braves’ announcement comes about a year after the Texas Rangers’ split from their RSN, which served as the precursor for the launch the in-house Rangers Sports Network.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
The news comes about six months after Kelce joined activist investor Jana Partners in an effort to overhaul Six Flags, whose parent company recently merged with Cedar Fair.
—Jake Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Mar. 2026
The attack comes about six months after a similar one in Grand Blanc, a litte more than 30 miles away, where Thomas Jacob Sanford, 40, drove his truck into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during worship.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The decision comes about two years after T-Mobile flagged AT&T’s own TV commercials featuring actor Ben Stiller for overhyping its own satellite connectivity claims.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026
The $15-fruit-spread split comes about seven months after Netflix downgraded Markle’s production deal from an overall to a first-look.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 6 Mar. 2026
The shoot-down comes about two weeks after the use of a military laser system by CBP designed to disrupt drones near El Paso prompted the FAA to abruptly shut down a large swath of airspace up to 18,000 feet over the city for 10 days.
—Pete Muntean, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
The opening comes about seven months after Daddy Vic's Soul Food closed its previous location, 4444 Cane Run Road, due to roof damage following a July 2025 storms.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 27 Feb. 2026
The Braves’ announcement comes about a year after the Texas Rangers’ split from their RSN, which served as the precursor for the launch the in-house Rangers Sports Network.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comes about
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But, for now, some leaders remain worried about what happens next.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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What happens if the launch is delayed?—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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The number of infants dying before their first birthday is on the decline in Mecklenburg County, but a recent report shows there is still room to address disparities across the region.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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At one point in the documentary, Suga, one of the group’s rappers, complains that there is too much English on the album.—
Mitch Therieau,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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This typically comes down to your income and assets.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The only roster spot that appears to be undecided at this point comes down to Hyeseong Kim or Alex Freeland as the left-handed hitting half of a second base platoon.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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This large cooler has two handles on the sides, and the lid comes off completely.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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Tina Brown, who literally comes off better than any other person in the Epstein files, had been in business with Weinstein.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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