survive a difficult situation
After a long battle with the disease, she finally came through and is feeling much better now.
come through — 3 meanings
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phrasal verb3 meanings
come throughsame phrase
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water seeps through
There's a leak upstairs and water's coming through the kitchen ceiling.
succeed in a difficult situation
I was really counting on my team, and they came through with a great presentation.
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1. survive a difficult situation
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to manage to survive or recover after a tough or dangerous experience.
After a long battle with the disease, she finally came through and is feeling much better now.
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When water or damp passes or seeps through a wall, ceiling or roof into a room.
There's a leak upstairs and water's coming through the kitchen ceiling.
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to do what is needed or expected, especially when it is difficult or important.
I was really counting on my team, and they came through with a great presentation.
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