Phrasal Verb - Come After
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.Definition
To pursue, follow, or track someone or something in order to catch up with them, deal with the consequences of their actions, or respond to their behavior. It can also mean to occur or happen in a later time, often as a result of pursuing or following something.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The detective had to come after the suspect who had fled the scene. |
| 2 | She had to come after her rented car as the previous owner had left it in a bad condition. |
| 3 | The latest technology comes after years of research and development. |
| 4 | The new law will come after a contentious debate in the parliament. |
| 5 | He had to come after the fire to repair the damage. |
| 6 | The experts will come after the accident to analyze the causes and consequences. |
| 7 | The musician's new album comes after a three-year hiatus. |
| 8 | The military will come after the terrorists who have taken hostages. |
| 9 | The court will come after the defendant who has been in hiding. |
| 10 | The company has developed a new material that comes after carbon fiber in terms of strength. |