came to a head
Example Sentences
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Tensions between the neighbors allegedly came to a head Sunday when the actor and his sons rode their motorbikes through the neighborhood, TMZ reported.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026
Things came to a head in the early 1840s when the case became a family battle over Julia’s citizenship.
From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026
It came to a head in May 2025.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026
Wyoming’s case came to a head this week in oral arguments in front of the state supreme court, but the litigation and continued injunction cast a shadow over the most recent sign-up period.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
It came to a head three days after the Jansens were taken.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
