Meaning of the word "come up for" in English
What does "come up for" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
come up for
US /kʌm ʌp fɔr/
UK /kʌm ʌp fɔː/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to be considered for something, such as a promotion, an award, or a review
Example:
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His name will come up for promotion next month.
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The proposal will come up for discussion at the next meeting.
2.
to appear or arise, especially unexpectedly
Example:
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A new problem has come up for us to solve.
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Several interesting points came up for discussion during the meeting.