come up
When something suddenly happens, appears, or is mentioned in a conversation.
Meanings
Of a topic, issue, or name: to be mentioned or to arise in conversation or during a process.
"Your name came up during the interview—they clearly know your work."
Of an event or situation: to occur or happen, often unexpectedly.
"I'm sorry I can't make dinner—something has come up at work."
To approach someone, especially by walking toward them.
"A stranger came up to me on the street and asked for directions."
Of the sun, moon, or plants: to rise or grow upward and become visible.
"The tulips came up earlier than usual this spring."
One of the most frequently used phrasal verbs in English. Very common in both spoken and written contexts. The sense of a topic arising in conversation is extremely frequent in everyday speech. 'Something came up' is a very common way to explain a sudden change of plans.
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