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to come down
[phrase form: come]
01
to have a decrease in price, temperature, etc.
Examples
The prices of the new smartphones have finally come down, making them more affordable for consumers.
02
to move or go from a higher place to a lower place
Examples
The hiker had to come down from the mountain peak before nightfall.
03
to be passed or handed down through generations
Examples
The family heirloom has come down from great-grandparents to the current generation.
04
to make a decision or judgment
Examples
The court will come down with a verdict on the case tomorrow.
05
to return from an elevated state of emotion
Examples
After the excitement of winning the championship, it took him some time to come down and return to a normal emotional state.
06
to reduce in intensity or severity
Examples
The rain started to come down heavily, causing flooding in some areas.
07
to visit a particular place
Examples
They decided to come down to the beach for a relaxing weekend getaway.
08
to experience the effects of a particular drug or substance
Examples
He took the ecstasy pill and waited for it to come down.
09
to experience a change in circumstances or status, often in a negative way
Examples
Their financial situation came down after unexpected medical expenses.
10
to be completely destroyed, often due to the passage of time
Examples
The old building was unsafe and had to come down to make way for a new development.
