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VocabJLPT N3

to come along

ExpressionKuru Verb - Special Class

Definitions

1. to come along
2. to come around
3. to arrive at the present

This verb phrase means "to come" or "to arrive," often with a nuance that someone or something has come toward the speaker's location. It can carry a sense of something approaching or showing up, and is used in both literal and figurative contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The more I can't sleep, the more unwanted thoughts come creeping in.

Sentence 2

If I give up here, another chance like this won't come along, right?

Sentence 3

Some stranger suddenly came up to me out of nowhere — scared me half to death!

Sentence 4

Let's keep at it here until next spring comes around!

Sentence 5

Why does anxiety always seem to come around at night?