Come about

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verb

To happen, to take place.

How did such a mistake come about?
Visual representation of "come about" - To happen, to take place.

Often appears as...

  • come about naturally
  • come about accidentally
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Visual representation of "come about"
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Figurative Use

Often used to discuss intangible events, like changes in emotions or situations.

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The reconciliation between them came about after years of tension.
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Unexpected Events

Use 'come about' for events that were unplanned or surprising.

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He didn't know how the argument came about; it was unexpected.
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Questioning Origins

Commonly used in questions to inquire about how something began or occurred.

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Can you explain how this situation came about?
Visual representation of the word "Come about"

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