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Definitions

  1. 1. source
  2. 2. origin
  3. 3. birthplace
  4. 4. release from prison
Can mean either the source or origin of something, such as where information came from, or the act of being released from prison. Context determines the meaning, so pay attention to whether the topic is information-related or involves incarceration.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, is that shouting coming from the next room?

Sentence 2

"This recipe came from my grandmother," she told me.

Sentence 3

"Where did that photo come from?" Misaki asked.

Sentence 4

That sarcasm of yours comes from some old failure, doesn't it?

Sentence 5

Even if the source is reliable, be careful how you interpret it.