Come to that

phrase

Moreover, as an added point.

I don't think they would agree, and I wouldn't, come to that.
Visual representation of "come to that" - Moreover, as an added point

Often appears as...

  • wouldn't come to that
  • shouldn't come to that

Usage tips

Neutral

Idiomatic

phrase

Reach a state, point, or condition.

If it should come to that, we have a plan B.
Visual representation of "come to that" - Reach a state, point, or condition

Often appears as...

  • should come to that
  • if it comes to that

Usage tips

Neutral

Idiomatic

phrase

Moreover, as an added point.

I don't think they would agree, and I wouldn't, come to that.
Visual representation of "come to that" - Moreover, as an added point

Often appears as...

  • wouldn't come to that
  • shouldn't come to that

Usage tips

Neutral

Idiomatic

phrase

Reach a state, point, or condition.

If it should come to that, we have a plan B.
Visual representation of "come to that" - Reach a state, point, or condition

Often appears as...

  • should come to that
  • if it comes to that

Usage tips

Neutral

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "come to that"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Added Emphasis

Use it to stress an additional point, showing your strong agreement or disagreement.

Illustration for Added Emphasis
I doubt they'd enjoy the movie, come to that, nor would the critics.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Personal Viewpoint

Incorporate it when expressing a personal opinion or preference on what has been discussed.

Illustration for Personal Viewpoint
The plan seems flawed to the experts, and to me, come to that.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Conversational Tone

It's commonly used in casual conversation, adding a relaxed feel to your statement.

Illustration for Conversational Tone
I rarely eat out, and I avoid fast food, come to that.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Added Emphasis

Use it to stress an additional point, showing your strong agreement or disagreement.

Illustration for Added Emphasis
I doubt they'd enjoy the movie, come to that, nor would the critics.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Personal Viewpoint

Incorporate it when expressing a personal opinion or preference on what has been discussed.

Illustration for Personal Viewpoint
The plan seems flawed to the experts, and to me, come to that.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Conversational Tone

It's commonly used in casual conversation, adding a relaxed feel to your statement.

Illustration for Conversational Tone
I rarely eat out, and I avoid fast food, come to that.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Added Emphasis

Use it to stress an additional point, showing your strong agreement or disagreement.

Illustration for Added Emphasis
I doubt they'd enjoy the movie, come to that, nor would the critics.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Personal Viewpoint

Incorporate it when expressing a personal opinion or preference on what has been discussed.

Illustration for Personal Viewpoint
The plan seems flawed to the experts, and to me, come to that.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Conversational Tone

It's commonly used in casual conversation, adding a relaxed feel to your statement.

Illustration for Conversational Tone
I rarely eat out, and I avoid fast food, come to that.
Visual representation of the word "Come to that"

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