Showing results for came from. Search instead for came+from.

came from

VERB

arise, emanate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arise derive from emanate flow hail from originate

WEAK

emerge end up issue proceed result rise spring stem turn out

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Crucially, all specimens came from wild populations, meaning their tooth wear could not have been influenced by toothbrushes, soft drinks or processed foods.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

The samples were collected during tumor surgeries and came from both people with dementia and individuals without the condition.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Most concerning to dealers: the biggest loss of business came from customers with cars that are two to five years old, vehicles typically under warranty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

One of the docuseries’ most revealing interviews came from Vincent Amen, a former Jackson associate who worked at Neverland Ranch from 2002 to 2003.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Turning, he saw that it came from Grief, who was cowering under the dining room table.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville