COME BY Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

come by

verb

Definition of come by next

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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Relevance

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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Recent Examples of come by Ribbon cuttings and tours for the new space could come by mid-July when the expansion is set to be complete, Kennedy said. —

Morgan Matzen, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 10 Feb. 2026 Delsey Paris Helium Aero Hardside Luggage Discounts on Delsey Paris are hard to come by, making the Amazon Prime subscription a no-brainer. —

Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026 This time, condemnations flowed from across the spectrum — along with demands for an apology that had not come by late afternoon. —

Bill Barrow, Fortune, 7 Feb. 2026 Born in the California beach enclave of Montecito, the Napoleon comes by its refreshing summer vibes honestly, even if it is made with a seemingly unsummery spirit. —

Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for come by

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Those affected by the scheme can visit Agridime’s website to see how the company is handling investors’ claims.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Feb. 2026
The woman entered the United States in August 2023 and was admitted as a tourist to visit San Antonio, and after that had multiple entries into the country, according to a criminal complaint against Wilkinson.

— Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026