comes on

Definition of comes onnext
present tense third-person singular of come on

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for comes on
Verb
  • There is a chance for rain and snow, especially across northern and western areas.
    Andrew Kozak, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
  • While the Panthers improved in a lot of areas this past year, there is still plenty of room for upgrades on the roster.
    Mike Kaye January 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • In a world where change arrives faster each year, logistics real estate has become one of the most compelling global investment themes.
    CBS News, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Pryor arrives as an experience backup for Baugh, who aims to build on 1,170 rushing yards behind an improved offensive line and offensive scheme designed by new coordinator Buster Faulkner.
    Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Gunfire disrupts the silence as Raya emerges through smoke, armed with a tommy gun.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Every year marks the arrival of at least one indie horror filmmaker who seemingly emerges from out of nowhere to become a household name.
    Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • For families This is the rare wilderness lodge where kids aren't just tolerated—they're given the kind of freedom that barely exists anymore.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Wisdom exists first in Chid Akash, the space of pure consciousness.
    Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Time, 10 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • And Mike saw the difference his father made in his athletes’ lives at the wake.
    Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2026
  • While the Broncos and Seahawks will watch the chaos unfold at home, 12 teams will be battling for their playoff lives during NFL Wild Card weekend.
    Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Through a mesmerizing journey of dance, the Miami City Ballet breathes life into George Balanchine's timeless masterpiece, The Nutcracker.
    Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025
  • Chaplin breathes fiery, chaotic life into the role.
    David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 22 Dec. 2025
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“Comes on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comes%20on. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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