come on strong
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Devin Wright, Redondo Union: The son of former 12-year NBA player Dorell Wright has come on strong with big games against quality opponents, signaling the Sea Hawks have a third option to join SJ Madison and Chace Holley.
From Los Angeles Times
“It was a reminder,” she said, pivoting to the governor’s race, “that there have been other politicians who come on hot, come on strong and fight for what’s right and righteous and California has embraced them.”
From Los Angeles Times
But Norris has come on strong since the summer break, overhauling what had been a 34-point lead for Piastri at the end of August.
From BBC
The junior center fielder and lead-off batter has come on strong, batting .426 with a team high 11 home runs on a team filled with pro prospects.
From Los Angeles Times
No. 4 Arizona — The Wildcats have come on strong of late, making it all the way to the Big 12 title game in their inaugural season in the conference.
From Los Angeles Times
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