when it comes to

Idioms  

1. Also,. As regards, when the situation entails. For example, When it comes to renting or buying, you'll spend about the same amount. It is also put as, as in If it comes right down to it, they said you could visit any time you're able to, or When it comes to that, we can lend you the fare. This idiom uses come to in the sense of “amount to” or “be equivalent to.” [Second half of 1700s]

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Example Sentences

Raising awareness of the BCC has twin aims - as well as making more health and education professionals aware of the support available, it is hoped that more local businesses might consider them when it comes to giving to charity.

From BBC

Another contender, former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, overlaps with Villaraigosa when it comes to biographical details: Both are from the L.A. area, Latino and relatively close in age.

From Los Angeles Times

The UN's International Labour Organisation has suggested there will be a shortage of 8.7 million workers when it comes to reconstruction, and some business leaders have suggested the answer is to import workers from abroad.

From BBC

When it comes to Iran's state reporting, Alimardani notes, one should hold "healthy scepticism."

From BBC

The England Under-19 international, making his seventh appearance for the club, has shown he clearly has the talent - but that is not the only concern when it comes to a prodigious talent so young.

From BBC