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to come upon
[phrase form: come]
01
to encounter someone or something unexpectedly
Example
The archaeologists came upon ancient artifacts while excavating the site.
During our hike, we came upon a beautiful waterfall hidden deep in the forest.
As he was walking along the beach, he came upon a message in a bottle washed ashore.
02
(of a particular attitude or emotion) to start to influence an individual
Example
During the intense discussion, a feeling of urgency came upon the group as they realized the importance of the decision at hand.
As the music played, a sense of tranquility came upon the audience, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
While reading the novel, a feeling of nostalgia came upon him as he recalled similar experiences from his past.
03
(particularly of something unfortunate or unexpected) to happen to someone
Example
Unexpected health issues came upon the family, leading to a challenging period of medical expenses.
Unforeseen financial troubles came upon him when he lost his job unexpectedly.
Misfortune came upon the small town as a natural disaster swept through, causing widespread damage.
04
to suddenly and unexpectedly attack a person or thing
Example
The stealthy ninja could come upon their opponents silently, leaving no time for defense.
As night fell, the enemy troops came upon the unsuspecting camp, launching a surprise attack.
The sudden storm could come upon the coastal town without warning, causing significant damage.
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Example
The archaeologists came upon ancient artifacts while excavating the site.
During our hike, we came upon a beautiful waterfall hidden deep in the forest.
As he was walking along the beach, he came upon a message in a bottle washed ashore.
As I was cleaning the attic, I came upon a dusty old trunk filled with family photographs.
While waiting for a taxi, they came upon a fellow traveler who shared stories of their adventures.
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