c'mon

[ kmon, kuh-mon ]

Informal.

1. contraction of come on. See come ( defs 41e, 41f ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of c'mon¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

If he thinks that he can get a deal he likes, I'd expect to see a c'mon-guys-we-can-do-this conciliatory exhortation.

From The Daily Beast

Eugene Volokh has discussed the legal aspects, which is interesting, but hardly necessary, because c'mon, folks, this is America.

From The Daily Beast

C'mon, they're not exactly grabbing pitchforks and forming a third party.

From The Daily Beast

C'mon, Mr. President, not one more kid needs to die overseas wearing a uniform with our flag on it.

From The Daily Beast

C'mon now, Joan, get out from behind those tears so you can see how much Ah love you.

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