said of a circumstance, esp an unwelcome one: to arise or occur unexpectedly
to rise in rank or status
to be improved as specified, esp after cleaning
The table came up like new
come up against
to encounter (a difficulty)
come up roses
to happen in the most desirable or enjoyable way
Everything's coming up roses — Stephen Sondheim
come up with
to produce (something needed), esp to resolve a lack or difficulty