1
as in to visit
to make a brief visit
come by after work and I'll give you some clothes for the rummage sale
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2
as in to win
to receive as return for effort
a literary award like that isn't easy to come by
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Bedazzling is tactile—you’re handling tiny objects and pressing each one into place—and that sensory engagement keeps you tethered to the present moment in a way that’s increasingly hard to come by.
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Angela Haupt, Time, 19 May 2026
Traders place 64% odds on the next interest rate hike coming by July 2027.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Don’t bother packing a picnic basket—food boats (like a food truck but on the water), will come by.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
How and what to watch in the Preakness With a capacity of just 4,800 at Laurel Park, tickets are hard to come by this year.
—Stephen Whyno, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
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Angela Haupt, Time, 19 May 2026
Traders place 64% odds on the next interest rate hike coming by July 2027.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Don’t bother packing a picnic basket—food boats (like a food truck but on the water), will come by.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
How and what to watch in the Preakness With a capacity of just 4,800 at Laurel Park, tickets are hard to come by this year.
—Stephen Whyno, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for come by
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To fully experience the marketplace, shoppers should visit the food courts for global flavors, and the outdoor markets and produce room for a wide selection of Asian produce.—
Jen Crystal,
Midwest Living,
22 May 2026
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Levine asks to meet Epstein while visiting New York.—
Shirsho Dasgupta
May 22,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2026
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Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic nomination for governor on Tuesday, stunning the field by avoiding the runoff her rivals had hoped would expose lingering doubts about her ability to win in November.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
20 May 2026
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Occupying four townhouses, its two-year refurbishment by award-winning architects Holland Harvey and interior designers Studio Est and Studio Mica has created something warm and true to its heritage yet modern, nature-focused and committed to social impact.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Her nonchalant reaction makes sense considering the Timberwolves scored 37 runs in their last three regular season games and 32 runs in their three playoff games entering Saturday.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
24 May 2026
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Fedde surrendered three runs in the fourth — a rally that started on a triple by Luis Arraez that was just out of the reach of right fielder Jarred Kelenic.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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There’s a deeply observational quality to his songwriting, especially evident in the most nostalgic numbers here, that makes his eternal cheer feel well earned.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 May 2026
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The track became a major crossover success, reaching the Billboard Hot 100 and eventually earning platinum certification.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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In Germany itself, neo-Nazis are gaining ground.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Rookie Gabriela Jaquez scored a team-high 20 points to go with eight rebounds for the Sky, who gained a 40-38 lead just before halftime and never trailed again.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Doing so will ensure that students don’t just reap the short-term benefits of another academic metric in the college admissions process, but also a potential contribution to their college course requirements, as well.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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These four firms have reaped enormous profits at the expense of Texas cattle ranchers and consumers nationwide.—
Natassia Paloma,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Murphy actually got her hands on all five shots in the shootout as Karnezis’ hard liner deflected off her and into the net.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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As if holiday poolside lounging (and shopping) couldn’t get any sweeter, so many deals are 60 percent off or more.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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That makes advertising and marketing by far their biggest expense.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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Like ballet flats, these shoes have a low-profile silhouette, which will make a sweet complement to breezy blouses and midi skirts in the summer months.—
Aaron Royce,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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“Come by.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/come%20by. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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