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come on strong

Idioms  
  1. see come on, def. 7.


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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

Edison has come on strong with a team approach featuring quarterback Sam Thomson, running back Julius Gillick and an aggressive defense.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 11, 2024

The Vikings have won three of four and, although they aren’t scoring like crazy, their defense has come on strong.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 26, 2023

Then again, Stromberg has come on strong in the last week — showing flexibility that he can play guard and center for Washington.

From Washington Times ● Aug. 24, 2023

It was dark but the blushing come on strong.

From "The Journey of Little Charlie" by Christopher Paul Curtis

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