Slang Word
come up
Pronunciation: kuhm uhp
Grammatical Category: Verb/Phrase
Definition: Refers to something of value or an opportunity that comes unexpectedly.
Examples:
- Starting a small business from scratch and watching it come up in the industry is an incredibly rewarding journey.
- After years of hard work and dedication, she finally had her big come-up, landing a leading role in a major film.
- The come-up isn't always easy, but the lessons learned and the growth experienced along the way are priceless.
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Published: 2020-09-01 01:48:49