come up
The phrase "come up" is versatile and used in various contexts, from casual conversation to formal settings, with meanings ranging from approaching someone to unexpected occurrences.
Definition
B1General
To approach or move towards someone or something.
Example
- She came up to me and asked for directions.
B2Conversation
To be mentioned or discussed.
Example
- The topic of climate change came up during the meeting.
B2Unexpected Events
To occur or happen unexpectedly.
Example
- A last-minute issue came up, and we had to postpone the event.
B2Time
To draw near in time.
Example
- The deadline is coming up soon.
C1Legal
(formal)To appear before a judge or court.
Example
- The case will come up for hearing next week.
C1Astronomy
(technical)To rise above the horizon.
Example
- We watched the sun come up over the mountains.
C2British Slang
(informal, slang)To begin to feel the effects of a recreational drug.
Example
- He started to come up about an hour after taking the pill.
C2British Education
(UK)To arrive at a university.
Example
- She came up to Oxford for her first term.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "come up":
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