come up

Example Sentences

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When based in a sensitive Middle Eastern posting, the former official said he had worked hard to prevent the then Prince Andrew from visiting, coming up with excuses to delay attempted visits.

From BBC

We had 11 days in that writer’s room because the writers’ strike shut us down so quickly, but we knew that that was coming up.

From Los Angeles Times

The company has a staggered board, meaning only a certain number of directors come up for election each year, in this case three.

From The Wall Street Journal

Kenny MacAskill does not seem minded to yield the leadership unless the group comes up with a credible plan which can fulfil the party's fiscal obligations.

From BBC

Hellebuyck, who stopped 41 shots in a phenomenal effort, came up big again and the Americans killed both penalties.

From Los Angeles Times