come at

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The competing measures, which have drawn enough verified signatures to qualify for the November ballot, come at a time when the rising cost of healthcare is emerging as a top voter concern.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

But students of the tournament often cite another candidate for that distinction—and it also happened to come at the Azteca, 16 years earlier.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The reemergence of the flesh-eating screwworm could not come at a worse time for the beef industry—or cows.

From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026

The GAO’s findings come at an opportune time for McEntarfer’s would-be successor, Brett Matsumoto, whose Senate confirmation hearing is scheduled for June 10.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Penelope sent word for the dressmaker to come at once and take down Madame Babushkinov’s instructions.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood