come on strong
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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 • Dec. 3, 2025
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 • May 27, 2025
Ramona’s defense has come on strong in the playoffs.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2023
Receiver Steven Perez has come on strong in the playoffs.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2023
It was dark but the blushing come on strong.
From "The Journey of Little Charlie" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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