as in visiting
to make a brief visit
come over sometime and I'll show you my garden
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Recent Examples of coming over
Defenseman John Carlson finally made his Ducks debut after coming over in a trade-deadline deal with Washington.
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Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026
Defenseman John Carlson finally made his Ducks debut after coming over in a trade-deadline deal with Washington.
—CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
As of Friday’s market close, bitcoin gained 5% this week — with most of the gains coming over a 24-hour period.
—Blair Bao,stephanie Landsman, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2026
At this point, as the women are driving back to the house, Harry Jowsey has not yet committed to coming over to party with Taylor.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
McDermott, 55, with more than 30 years’ experience, had worked with Pettit in the Crown Point Community School Corporation before coming over to Duneland to become his top assistant in 2019.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
Joveljić had 18 goals in 32 appearances last season after coming over from the 2024 MLS Cup champion Los Angeles Galaxy.
—ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
Zimmer’s had plenty of recent in-state ties, too, coming over to Colorado as a part of Deion Sanders’ staff in 2023 after spending a year with him at Jackson State in 2022.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 24 Feb. 2026
Veteran infielder Urshela, 34, played for the Twins in 2022, coming over in the trade that sent Josh Donaldson to the New York Yankees.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026
Defenseman John Carlson finally made his Ducks debut after coming over in a trade-deadline deal with Washington.
—CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
As of Friday’s market close, bitcoin gained 5% this week — with most of the gains coming over a 24-hour period.
—Blair Bao,stephanie Landsman, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2026
At this point, as the women are driving back to the house, Harry Jowsey has not yet committed to coming over to party with Taylor.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
McDermott, 55, with more than 30 years’ experience, had worked with Pettit in the Crown Point Community School Corporation before coming over to Duneland to become his top assistant in 2019.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
Joveljić had 18 goals in 32 appearances last season after coming over from the 2024 MLS Cup champion Los Angeles Galaxy.
—ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
Zimmer’s had plenty of recent in-state ties, too, coming over to Colorado as a part of Deion Sanders’ staff in 2023 after spending a year with him at Jackson State in 2022.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 24 Feb. 2026
Veteran infielder Urshela, 34, played for the Twins in 2022, coming over in the trade that sent Josh Donaldson to the New York Yankees.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coming over
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For the book, Masarin drew inspiration from her childhood, visiting family on the Mediterranean in France.—
The Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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Always check each museum’s website before visiting, particularly during the tournament when programming may shift.—
Taylor Haught,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Mar. 2026
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Four Republicans are also running in Tuesday's primary, but a Republican hasn't won in the district since 2010.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Miller, who has held the seat since 2018, chose not to seek reelection in favor of running in the crowded 2nd Congressional District race.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Even just dropping in to hold the baby so her daughter can take a one-hour nap goes a long way.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
15 Feb. 2026
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When playing within their own half, United adjust into a 5-4-1 with the No 10s dropping in to better protect central midfield.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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The latest coming by way of Lane, who hits an and-one layup and will shoot at the free-throw line coming out of the media timeout to push the back up to eight.—
American Statesman sports desk,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Mar. 2026
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That’s wins in 10 straight road outings for the Hornets, who also own the NBA’s longest current longest overall win streak at six games — with all the triumphs coming by at least 16 points.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Mar. 2026
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The stock successfully bounced off the $45 level, suggesting buyers are stepping in following the recent sell-off.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Clearly, American is happy that the FAA is stepping in to intervene.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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The end of tax credits for electric cars has produced a drop in EV sales, dropping by half from 12% of all vehicle sales in 2025.—
Joel Mathis,
TheWeek,
12 Mar. 2026
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The builders’ alternating harassment and bribery leaves Cook with little recourse, especially when mafioso-like representatives begin dropping by at all hours, leading to dry exchanges — what little dialogue the film has is extremely funny.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2026
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