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
Tim Reynolds, Sun Sentinel, 22 May 2025
But the measure of the accountability of teachers and administrators for implementing the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future still comes down to student testing.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2025
The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
All this is obviously a comedown from the grand plans of past decades to solve all the planet’s energy problems.
—IEEE Spectrum, 8 Aug. 2024
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Verb
Barcelona’s Xavi Hernández came down the right side of the field and lofted a chip into the penalty box.
—Tim Reynolds, Sun Sentinel, 22 May 2025
But the measure of the accountability of teachers and administrators for implementing the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future still comes down to student testing.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2025
Noun
For the Lakers, the loss was a sharp comedown from the previous night, when James tipped in a rebound at the buzzer to secure a 120-119 win over the Indiana Pacers.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
All this is obviously a comedown from the grand plans of past decades to solve all the planet’s energy problems.
—IEEE Spectrum, 8 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for come down
Verb
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Don’t miss what’s happening People on X are the first to know. Don’t miss what’s happening People on X are the first to know.—
X (formerly Twitter),
X (formerly Twitter),
30 May 2025
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As Stapleton's solo debut becomes Billboard's Top Country Album of the 21st Century, the country icon shows his friends where the magic happens.—
Josh Brolin,
Billboard,
29 May 2025
Noun
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While some may still resist the demise of relatable Season 1 Shauna, both Lynskey and Nélisse relish the chance to explore her descent further as Showtime’s just renewed the series for Season 4.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
27 May 2025
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Republicans might also remember that the 1798 restrictions on free speech/press played an important role in the election of President Jefferson and the effective demise of the Federalist Party.—
John A. Ragosta,
Baltimore Sun,
27 May 2025
Verb
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There are also tons of deals on travel clothes, from matching sets to wear on the plane to comfy maxi dresses to go from day to night.—
Aly Walansky,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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There are access points sprinkled across the waterfront.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
23 May 2025
Noun
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The trick is to stay invested since these ups and downs average out to growth over time.—
Catherine Brock,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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The next four seasons reflected the ups and downs of a general manager learning on the job and building a roster with an emphasis on homegrown players.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
Noun
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Have a mimosa and toast to the downfall of crappy men in music!—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
30 May 2025
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Coming from the company of her ex-boyfriend, who had broken off all contact with her after her downfall, the demands of repayment contributed to the mental state that resulted in Kim Sae-ron’s death, according to her family.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
21 May 2025
Verb
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The passenger, who shared the ordeal on Reddit, recounts that the incident occurred 30 minutes after takeoff on an international flight.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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This inflammatory condition occurs due to your immune system attacking your joint linings.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
25 May 2025
Noun
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Zelensky said the setbacks for the Kremlin would help force it to the negotiating table, even as its pursues a summer offensive on the battlefield.—
Mehmet Guzel,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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Zelenskyy said the setbacks for the Kremlin would help force it to the negotiating table, even as its pursues a summer offensive on the battlefield.—
Mehmet Guzel,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2025
Verb
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His approval rating’s low point came about 10 days later.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
31 May 2025
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The interview comes about seven months after Monét dropped the deluxe edition of her breakthrough album Jaguar II, featuring collaborations with Usher and Thundercat.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
28 May 2025
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