as in to happen
to take place
let's wait and see what comes down at the meeting
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as in demise
a loss of status
after a rapid rise to stardom, the rock band's comedown was just as quick
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Recent Examples of come down
Violet Goldstone, WWD, 1 Mar. 2025
These differences might come down to a bunch of unique risk factors, including socioeconomic status and access to quality health care.
—Jihan Forbes, Allure, 28 Feb. 2025
Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2025
That can be a rather brutal comedown after a vacation.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 15 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Celebrities came down the red carpet in feathery frills, silvery embellishments, and oodles of jewelry.
—Violet Goldstone, WWD, 1 Mar. 2025
These differences might come down to a bunch of unique risk factors, including socioeconomic status and access to quality health care.
—Jihan Forbes, Allure, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
Stone’s meteoric rise eventually led to a long, slow comedown, as the rocker became more erratic, showing up late to concerts and eventually not showing up at all.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2025
That can be a rather brutal comedown after a vacation.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for come down
Verb
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But in that backyard, in our home, so many things have happened.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
6 Mar. 2025
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One of my favorite scenes happens early in the film with Nico Hiraga and this wonderful actress, Hannah Pilkes.—
Chris Gardner,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Both brothers are quickly brought up to speed, though, when they’re made co-CEOs of the underground operation to fill the power vacuum left by Baba’s demise.—
Angie Han,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Mar. 2025
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Given the important roles and responsibilities of nonprofit boards, the pressures that are exerted on them, and the failure of some boards to meet those challenges, some community leaders have advocated for their demise in favor of a different approach.—
Timothy J. McClimon,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Currently, there is no data on the containment status of the fire and the cause has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacramento Bee,
28 Feb. 2025
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There is hope among Glossip’s advocates that Drummond and Behenna will avoid a new prosecution.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Riders were miked so that viewers could experience all the ups and downs of the day alongside them.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The fan-favorite Frick and Frack duo is reuniting this season after years of ups and downs.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA TODAY,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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While the nation has faced hardships, every downfall presents an opportunity for renewal.—
Jonel Juste,
Miami Herald,
6 Mar. 2025
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Waltz skipped that crucial step of the dictator’s downfall and total battlefield victory.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2025
Verb
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When this occurs, the face of the film’s petite, yet unruly namesake morphs into Ao Bing’s more delicate facial features while in the same body.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2025
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When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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With Starship, the recent failures are a significant setback.—
Ryan Whitwam,
Ars Technica,
10 Mar. 2025
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The big picture: The high court's eventual decision could deal a major setback to the LGBTQ+ community, which the executive branch has already targeted with an executive order blitz that undermines protections and quality of life for transgender people.—
Ina Fried,
Axios,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Throughout history, inventions occasionally come about by accident or were originally intended for a different use.—
Claus Jepsen,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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His firing came about the same time it was learned a former Great Lakes sailor pleaded guilty to plotting a terrorist attack at the Navy base or in Chicago’s Loop.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Come down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/come%20down. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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