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Definition come through in British English

come through phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to be still alive, working, or making progress after a difficult or dangerous experience

Example

It's been a very upsetting time but we've come through it together.

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2

if something such as a signal or a message comes through, you receive it

Example

The call to the police came through at 5.40 pm.

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2.1

if a document that you are expecting comes through, it is sent to you

Example

The job offer still hasn't come through.

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3

if a feeling or quality that someone or something has comes through, it can be clearly understood or seen

Example

Her disbelief comes through in the questions she asks.

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4

to do something that you have agreed or promised to do

Example

The team came through when it mattered.

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Definition come through in British English