come in

verb

came in; come in; coming in; comes in

intransitive verb

1

a

: to arrive on a scene

new models coming in

b

: to become available

data began coming in

2

: to place among those finishing

came in last

3

a

: to function in an indicated manner

come in handy

b

of a telecommunications signal : to be received

came in loud and clear

4

: to assume a role or function

that's where you come in

5

: to attain maturity, fruitfulness, or production

Phrases

come in for

: to become subject to

came in for harsh criticism

Examples of come in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Grapevine’s last appearance at the state tournament came in 2017, when the program lost in the state championship. —Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2024

The European Union’s second-biggest economy faces a mounting challenge to contain debt after last year’s deficit came in much wider than initially planned amid weak growth and disappointing tax revenues. —Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 1 June 2024

Kesha’s stand against Combs comes in the wake of a turbulent six months for the rapper. —Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 1 June 2024

This relaxed, button-down frock comes in whimsical watermelon and khaki hues. —Grace Smith, Peoplemag, 31 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a