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come around

idiom
Meaning

To change one's mind, especially to begin to agree or appreciate what one was reluctant to accept at first.


Examples
SIMPLE

He did not like the idea, but he eventually came around.

CONTEXTUAL

At first my parents disliked my career choice, but they came around once they saw how happy I was.

COMPLEX

Although the committee was initially skeptical of the proposal, they gradually came around after reviewing the extensive data supporting the new initiative.

Anchors to
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  1. 01

    appetite comes with eating

    Starting an activity increases one's desire to continue it.

  2. 02

    as they come

    As it is possible to be.

  3. 03

    blow to kingdom come

    To totally destroy (something); to annihilate or wipe out (something).

  4. 04

    burn that bridge when one comes to it

    To anticipate dealing with a problem or situation either by acting in a manner that alienates or cuts ties with others, or merely with the expectation of encountering trouble.

  5. 05

    Christmas come early

    Something very delightful or fortunate that is happening or has happened, especially earlier than expected.

  6. 06

    come a cropper

    To suffer some accident or misfortune; to fail.

  7. 07

    come a long way

    To make significant progress.

  8. 08

    come again

    A polite formula used when one has not heard or understood what has been said, or to indicate surprise.

Last updated April 17, 2026