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UK//kʌm frəm ˈnəʊweə//US//kʌm frəm ˈnoʊwɛr//

Meaning of Come from nowhere

To suddenly appear or happen unexpectedly.

In simple words: To appear suddenly and unexpectedly without warning.

Come from nowhere in a sentence

  • He was a contender that came from nowhere to win the championship.
  • The idea for the project came from nowhere during our brainstorming session.
  • Her talent appeared to come from nowhere, surprising everyone around her.
  • The rain seemed to come from nowhere, soaking us in seconds.

How to use Come from nowhere

Often used in informal contexts when describing surprising events. It may not be suitable for very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

come from nowhere + subject

Memory hint

Imagine a surprise party that just pops into existence without anyone knowing.

Related words

Collocations with Come from nowhere

  • come from nowhere fast
  • come from nowhere suddenly
  • come from nowhere unexpectedly

Synonyms for Come from nowhere

  • appear suddenly
  • emerge unexpectedly
  • arrive out of the blue
  • materialize
  • show up unexpectedly

Common mistakes with Come from nowhere

  • Confused with 'come out of nowhere', which is similar but less common.
  • Used with the wrong subject; it should refer to people or events.
  • Using it too literally when the context is figurative.

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Frequently asked questions about Come from nowhere

What does Come from nowhere mean?

To appear suddenly and unexpectedly without warning.

What is the definition of Come from nowhere?

To suddenly appear or happen unexpectedly.

How do you use Come from nowhere in a sentence?

He was a contender that came from nowhere to win the championship.

Can you give another example of Come from nowhere?

The idea for the project came from nowhere during our brainstorming session.

What are synonyms for Come from nowhere?

Common alternatives include appear suddenly, emerge unexpectedly, arrive out of the blue, materialize, show up unexpectedly.

What words go with Come from nowhere?

It commonly pairs with come from nowhere fast, come from nowhere suddenly, come from nowhere unexpectedly.

What are common mistakes when using Come from nowhere?

Confused with 'come out of nowhere', which is similar but less common. Used with the wrong subject; it should refer to people or events. Using it too literally when the context is figurative.

How do you pronounce Come from nowhere?

US: //kʌm frəm ˈnoʊwɛr//, UK: //kʌm frəm ˈnəʊweə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Come from nowhere?

Often used in informal contexts when describing surprising events. It may not be suitable for very formal writing.