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come on

[kuhm-on, -awn] / ˈkʌmˌɒn, -ˌɔn /




come-on


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"The likes of Rayan Cherki, Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue can't all start, but they can be gamechangers if they come on after 70 minutes in 30 degrees heat."

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2026

These increases come on top of steep prices already announced this year.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 6, 2026

Tesla's auto sales come on the heels of reports Wednesday that showed mixed results for EVs.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

The anniversary celebrations also come on the heels of the reflecting pool controversy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

“It’s all right. I do. Now, come on, we should get you home.”

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu




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