come from
phrasal verb
came from; come from; coming from; comes from
1
: to have (a specified origin or source)
Wine comes from grapes.
English words come from a wide variety of sources.
—often used to describe a person's familyShe comes from a wealthy family.
He comes from a long line of entertainers.
2
: to be the result of (something)
I'm not surprised that you don't feel well. That's what comes from not eating the right kinds of food.
3
: to be from (a place)
She comes (originally) from a small southern town.
The people who attend the convention come from countries all around the world.
Where did this wine come from?
There was a bad smell coming from the basement.
—sometimes used figuratively with respect to someone's thinking or point of view(informal) I understand where you're coming from.
4
: to be said or told by (someone)
This information comes from a person I trust.
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Korok Ray, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
While the South Korean titan is known as a major player in consumer electronics, which does form a big part of its business, the bulk of its profit comes from semiconductors, and in particular the sale of memory.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
Definitions of America, struggles to make America be America, come from many different parts and from many different people.
—Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Jan. 2025
Guests came from around the globe and were presented with gift bags upon arrival.
—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2025
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Korok Ray, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
While the South Korean titan is known as a major player in consumer electronics, which does form a big part of its business, the bulk of its profit comes from semiconductors, and in particular the sale of memory.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
Definitions of America, struggles to make America be America, come from many different parts and from many different people.
—Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Jan. 2025
Guests came from around the globe and were presented with gift bags upon arrival.
—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Come from.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/come%20from. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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