come after
phrasal verb
came after; come after; coming after; comes after
: to chase (someone) : to try to find or capture (someone you want to hurt or punish)
They're worried that the government might be coming after them.
Examples of come after in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
In the eighth novel in Shorewood writer Petrie's action series, lethal sidekick Lewis turns to Peter Ash for help when shadowy figures comes after Lewis for vengeance.
—
Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 15 May 2024
Katie’s latest outing comes after she was pictured at the Roundabout Theatre Company's 2024 Gala in March.
—Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for come after 
Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 15 May 2024
Katie’s latest outing comes after she was pictured at the Roundabout Theatre Company's 2024 Gala in March.
—Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for come after
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'come after.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Cite this Entry
“Come after.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/come%20after. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share