come around

The phrase 'come around' is versatile and can refer to changing opinions, visiting, regaining consciousness, or recurring events.

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Definition

B2General

(informal)To change one's opinion or attitude, often to agree with something previously opposed.

Example

After much persuasion, he finally came around to our way of thinking.

B2Health

(general)To regain consciousness after fainting or being unconscious.

Example

She came around shortly after the accident.

B1Social

(informal)To visit someone, often in a casual manner.

Example

Why don't you come around for dinner tonight?

B2Time

(general)To happen or occur again, especially at regular intervals.

Example

My birthday comes around every year.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "come around":

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