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Definition come up to in British English

come up to phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to get nearer to a particular time or stage in a process

Example

As we come up to the end of the first half, the score remains France 3, Italy 3.

Synonyms and related words
come up for come up to build up to
2

to be as good as you want, need, or expect something to be

Example

It's hard for others to come up to the very high standards she sets for herself.

Synonyms and related words
satisfy fit in with suit
Definition come up to in British English