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come what may

idiom
Meaning

In spite of anything that might happen; whatever may occur.


Examples
SIMPLE

I will finish this project, come what may.

CONTEXTUAL

We decided to go ahead with the outdoor wedding, come what may, despite the dark clouds in the sky.

COMPLEX

He remained steadfast in his commitment to the truth, determined to protect his family's reputation, come what may, regardless of the political consequences.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    ain't what it used to was

    Is not what it used to be; (expressing nostalgia).

  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

    Christmas come early

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

  5. 05

    come a cropper

    To suffer some accident or misfortune; to fail.

  6. 06

    come a long way

    To make significant progress.

  7. 07

    come again

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

  8. 08

    come alive

    to become responsive and animated.

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