[Phrasal Verb] COME UP - Find Out What Pops Up Unexpectedly in Life and How to Handle It

Come up

Come up

/kʌm ʌp/

To arise or appear.

To 'come'. People also often use it when an issue or topic arises spontaneously during conversations, requiring attention or response. The spontaneous nature of 'coming up' means it usually requires a shift in focus, proving that it’s important to stay adaptable and responsive.

Example Sentences

  1. Something urgent has come up at work.

    A sudden urgent issue has arisen at work.

  2. Ideas tend to come up during brainstorming sessions.

    Ideas often surface during brainstorming sessions.

  3. While discussing the project, a few problems came up that we hadn't considered.

    While discussing the project, a few issues arose that we hadn't thought about.

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