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came 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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After worrying that Homelander’s delusions of becoming a religious figurehead were too far-fetched, Kripke came to see that storyline “as a metaphor for the ultimate level of narcissism.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Gates's core explanation for his association with Epstein has been that the relationship was transactional, centring on discussions about philanthropy and potential funding for his foundation that ultimately came to nothing.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The last time the World Cup came to the U.S., in 1994, Kansas City wasn’t awarded a single game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Total revenue came to $280 million, edging past Wall Street’s call for $275.8 million.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“You came to my room to offer to buy me breakfast?”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse