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come to time

idiom

To maintain an appointment; to meet expectations.


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  1. 01

    a week is a long time in politics

    In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.

  2. 02

    about time

    Far past the desired time.

  3. 03

    any time now

    Very soon.

  4. 04

    any time soon

    soon

  5. 05

    as they come

    As it is possible to be.

  6. 06

    better luck next time

    Used to wish somebody hope in future success after a failure.

  7. 07

    bide one's time

    To wait, especially for a suitable opportunity.

  8. 08

    blow to kingdom come

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

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