when it comes to

Idioms

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]

Example Sentences

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Seehafer said that when it comes to women’s sports, hockey and soccer have a reputation for having higher concussion rates, but basketball can be just as physical.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

I’m a gun owner, I love German industrial music, and when it comes to video games, I almost exclusively play Eastern European survival horror.

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2026

Investors are especially aware of the sell-to-the-index-funds trade when it comes to SpaceX.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

"Timmy Cahill is my biggest inspiration when it comes to football," Irankunda said after the win over Turkey.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

Knowing that, I can’t give up when it comes to much else.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas

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