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come up

/kƌm ƌp/
phrasal verb★Intermediate
formal

to rise or move upward

The balloon came up into the air.

💼Business
Business

to be presented or proposed

A new idea came up during the meeting.

informal

to occur or happen

Something unexpected came up and I had to leave early.

Collocations

come up withto think of or suggest an idea

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

come up withphrasal verb
to think of or suggest an idea

💡Pro Tip

Context is key

Make sure to understand the context in which 'come up' is being used to interpret its meaning correctly.

⚡Gold Rule

Phrasal verb usage

Use 'come up' as a phrasal verb to describe movement, presentation, or occurrence.

📖Word Origin

The phrasal verb 'come up' originated from the combination of 'come' and 'up', which has been used since the 14th century.

📝Usage Notes

Be careful with the context in which you use 'come up', as it can have different meanings based on the situation.

Word Breakdown

come
to move towards the speaker or to a higher position
verb
+
up
to a higher position or level
adverb
✎ Noted on May 27, 2026EN → EN

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