come up with — to think of or produce an idea, plan, or solution
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to think of or produce an idea, plan, or solution
Pronunciation (IPA): /kʌm ʌp wɪð/
Example Sentences
- My boss asked me to come up with a marketing strategy by tomorrow, but all I've come up with so far is a plan to hide under my desk.
- Scientists came up with a revolutionary treatment for the disease.
- He always comes up with creative excuses for being late to work.
come up with
VERB[/kʌm ʌp wɪð/]
to think of or produce an idea, plan, or solution
She had to come up with a fresh idea before the morning pitch.
Come up with ideas, sum up with a thumb up with joy!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrasal verb combines three Old English elements: 'come' from Old English 'cuman' (to move toward), 'up' indicating upward direction, and 'with' a preposition denoting accompaniment. The compound evolved from the literal sense of 'bring something up together' to the metaphorical meaning 'to think of or produce an idea'.
Breakdown
come (Old English cuman: to move toward) + up (directional particle: upward) + with (preposition: in company with, accompanied by) = to produce or devise something.
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📝Examples
“My boss asked me to come up with a marketing strategy by tomorrow, but all I've come up with so far is a plan to hide under my desk.”
“Scientists came up with a revolutionary treatment for the disease.”
“He always comes up with creative excuses for being late to work.”
“I need to come up with $500 for rent this month, so I'm selling my collection of rubber ducks.”
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