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to come down
[phrase form: come]
01
to have a decrease in price, temperature, etc.
Example
The prices of the new smartphones have finally come down, making them more affordable for consumers.
After a heatwave, the temperature came down, bringing relief from the sweltering conditions.
02
to move or go from a higher place to a lower place
Example
The hiker had to come down from the mountain peak before nightfall.
The balloon slowly came down to the ground after the helium escaped.
03
to be passed or handed down through generations
Example
The family heirloom has come down from great-grandparents to the current generation.
The tradition of storytelling has come down in our culture for centuries.
04
to make a decision or judgment
Example
The court will come down with a verdict on the case tomorrow.
The judge is expected to come down in favor of the plaintiff.
05
to return from an elevated state of emotion
Example
After the excitement of winning the championship, it took him some time to come down and return to a normal emotional state.
The adrenaline rush of the thrilling roller coaster ride slowly faded, and he came down from the exhilaration.
06
to reduce in intensity or severity
Example
The rain started to come down heavily, causing flooding in some areas.
The fever finally started to come down after a few days of treatment.
07
to visit a particular place
Example
They decided to come down to the beach for a relaxing weekend getaway.
The family is planning to come down to visit us next month.
08
to experience the effects of a particular drug or substance
Example
He took the ecstasy pill and waited for it to come down.
After smoking marijuana, they started to come down and feel relaxed.
09
to experience a change in circumstances or status, often in a negative way
Example
Their financial situation came down after unexpected medical expenses.
The company's reputation came down following a scandal.
10
to be completely destroyed, often due to the passage of time
Example
The old building was unsafe and had to come down to make way for a new development.
The abandoned house became a hazard and had to come down to prevent accidents.
