come upon

Example Sentences

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We also came upon one of the new interpretive signs that were to be dedicated Friday, including one with a photo of Mike and Patricia as young adults “Making a Difference.”

From Los Angeles Times

Some felt comforted because something was being done to solve the problem that had come upon them so unexpectedly to spoil the calm progression of their days.

From Literature

I came upon a story on Fox11 about a broader whistle brigade in Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times

Passing a cluster of houses made from the gray stone of the region, we come upon several children who are speaking our language and playing in the street.

From Literature

She had dropped off her son at school when she came upon ICE agents during a raid.

From Los Angeles Times