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come true

Idioms  
  1. Happen as predicted, be realized or fulfilled, as in Her marriage is my fondest dream come true. [Early 1800s]


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BMW, if you’re listening, please make Mr. Ryan’s dreams come true.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 11, 2026

"It's a dream come true to even play in a World Cup, but you have to quickly adjust your targets and adjust your mindset," added Christie.

From BBC Jun. 18, 2026

"It is unreal and a dream come true," Irankunda said shortly after full-time.

From BBC Jun. 14, 2026

The SpaceX IPO was built on dreams, some, or many, of which might never come true.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 13, 2026

Just saying it and thinking it made it come true.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy

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