come from

verb

1. to be or have been a resident or native (of)

   Ernst comes from Geneva

2. to originate from or derive from

   the word filibuster comes from the Dutch word for pirate

   chocolate comes from the cacao tree

3. where someone is coming from informal.
   the reasons for someone's behaviour, opinions, or comments

   I can understand where you're coming from

Example Sentences

The pundits say the president needs a huge come-from-behind victory.

From The Daily Beast

The Dutch, however, will go into the game as favorites after toppling Brazil in a stunning come-from-behind victory.

From The Daily Beast

The Red Sox return the favor in 2004 with an incredible come-from-behind win.

From The Daily Beast

I remember that the governor looked at me with a sort of "Where-did-you-come-from, Bub?"

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• arise
• derive from
• emanate
• flow
• hail from
• originate