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come forward

British  

verb

  1. to offer one's services; volunteer

  2. to present oneself

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

come forward Idioms  
  1. Present oneself, offer one's services, as in The boss asked for more help, but no one was inclined to come forward. [Early 1800s]


Example Sentences

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Nicky said she felt encouraged to come forward by other survivors sharing their stories.

From BBC

In previous strikes, NHS chiefs usually urge patients not to delay coming forward for care.

From BBC

After conducting the first interview, Kotb said "there was a desperation and steeliness about Savannah", but that Savannah was hopeful that someone with relevant information about her mother's whereabouts would come forward.

From BBC

“The young lady is incredibly brave to come forward to report,” said Deputy Dist.

From Los Angeles Times

After the Sheriff’s Department released its initial bulletin, more than 10 other potential victims have come forward with allegations, Det.

From Los Angeles Times