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came up on

VERB
happen upon
Synonyms


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All of us came up on show culture, where you could go to multiple shows a week.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

A relative called the first locksmith company that came up on an internet search, saying 24/7 Locksmiths UK quoted the family £49 to get them back inside.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

“I want it, I need it,” Myette recalls saying to himself when an opening came up on the team.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Even before the sun came up on Saturday, many flocked to El Arepazo, a Venezuelan restaurant and community hub in the area.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

When the ground rose several hours later, we came up on the rear of another, smaller party.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt



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