came up to

VERB

meet expectations

Synonyms

WEAK

admit of comparison with approach arrive bear comparison with come near compare with equal extend get near match measure up to rank with reach resemble rival stand comparison with

Example Sentences

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Once I was in position on Red Square, a Russian TV crew came up to me and started filming.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Then, one day, at an event this man came up to me.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

“This arrogant man came up to me with a cigar and said, ‘Let me guess, this is your old man’s car,’” said Vera.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

She said her mother came up to her in tears after her round.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

Then I came up to the surface and slowed down in order to preserve my strength.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo