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as in arrives
to get to a destination
when do you think they'll come?
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as in happens
to take place
whatever may come we'll always be together
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as in progresses
to move forward along a course
how is the remodeling job coming?
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Recent Examples of comes
It’s made of mold- and mildew-resistant acacia wood and comes with plush, colorful cushions that are comfortable and supportive.
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Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
It is not accredited by any major zoo or sanctuary associations, which is voluntary and comes with stricter welfare and conservation standards.
—Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
With that immense wealth comes a responsibility to give back to Louisville and the world, several members of the family told the Courier Journal.
—Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Oct. 2025
There seems to be a lot of pessimism about Generation Z and their readiness to lead our country, when the time comes.
—Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
The model comes with two batteries, charging cable, carry case and clear user manual, and is available for US$1,099.
—New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2025
Barcelona, meanwhile, comes into the contest eager to reassert itself after some inconsistent performances.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
Samantha da Silva, speech language pathologist at the hospital, said patients light up when Robin comes into their room and not only remembers their names but their favorite music.
—Hallie Golden The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2025
This modular couch comes with four pieces, all covered in super soft, easy-zip covers that are machine-washable.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
It is not accredited by any major zoo or sanctuary associations, which is voluntary and comes with stricter welfare and conservation standards.
—Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
With that immense wealth comes a responsibility to give back to Louisville and the world, several members of the family told the Courier Journal.
—Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Oct. 2025
There seems to be a lot of pessimism about Generation Z and their readiness to lead our country, when the time comes.
—Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
The model comes with two batteries, charging cable, carry case and clear user manual, and is available for US$1,099.
—New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2025
Barcelona, meanwhile, comes into the contest eager to reassert itself after some inconsistent performances.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
Samantha da Silva, speech language pathologist at the hospital, said patients light up when Robin comes into their room and not only remembers their names but their favorite music.
—Hallie Golden The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2025
This modular couch comes with four pieces, all covered in super soft, easy-zip covers that are machine-washable.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comes
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As Melissa approaches Jamaica, the imagery offers a dramatic reminder of the storm’s scale and potential impact.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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This discipline also extends to how Vessel approaches acquisitions, where rather than buying businesses to erase and rebrand its foundation, the Francos explore ways to strengthen what already exists, preserving community trust and integrity while enhancing service.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
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In a video shared Monday to the official TikTok account of Hobbiton, the charming Matamata, New Zealand, set that Wood's Frodo Baggins called home in Peter Jackson's acclaimed film trilogy, Wood surreptitiously arrives with a small armada of camera operators to document the surprise.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Oct. 2025
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Dead & Alive, which arrives mere days after Smith’s 50th birthday, is marked by a thicker stripe of loss than her previous collections; there is Eyeballing, Considering, Reconsidering, Mourning, and, last but certainly not least, Confessing.—
Josh Zajdman,
Vogue,
28 Oct. 2025
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Protecting fanzines becomes an art — bin bags at the ready.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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When a favorite recipe becomes a family tradition, the dish and the love behind it live on for generations.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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The first death happens when the heart stops beating and the brain stops working.—
Meagan Jordan,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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What happens if a brain aneurysm ruptures?—
Kaan Ozcan,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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As the book progresses, some of the children in the photographs are older and more in control of their outward expression, but scraps of strangeness or incongruity always peek through.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
25 Oct. 2025
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Many things can and will transpire as the season progresses.—
Ricardo Klein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Data acquisition begins immediately once the fiber enters the well, ensuring real-time insights into well performance.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Oct. 2025
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The challenge for leaders as AI enters its next chapter will be not just harnessing its power, but ensuring its benefits are shared among workers, companies, and economies alike.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Though Corcoran only appears in a still photo in one of the sequel's scenes, and not at all in last year's Terrifier 3, her contract ought to have guaranteed a percentage of the franchise's backend profits.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Oct. 2025
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Jennings, whose own son Shooter Jennings just released a new Waylon album, Songbird, appears on a handful of selections on The Real Thang.—
Garret K. Woodward,
Rolling Stone,
28 Oct. 2025
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Genuine community naturally grows around the needs of others.—
Joni Eareckson Tada,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Shareholders have complained about the speed of progress and welcome the strategy shift in the same breath, all the while demanding the business grows what’s left of the overnight audience share.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Comes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comes. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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