Phrases & Expressions

To start to exist or be formed.

• The new company will come into being next year.
• The idea came into being during a long discussion.

To win or be the most successful in a competition or difficult situation.

• Despite the challenges, our team came out on top.
• He always seems to come out on top in negotiations.

Of a problem or disagreement, to reach a point where something must be done about it.

• The situation has come to a head.
• The negotiations finally came to a head.

To reach a mutual decision or settlement after discussion.

• If we can come to an agreement now, I can start work on Monday.
• If you're not willing to negotiate, it will be very hard to come to an agreement.

To begin to understand and deal with a difficult problem or situation.

• It took him a while to come to grips with the news.
• We need to come to grips with the reality of the situation.

To be subjected to strong criticism or attack.

• The new policy came under fire from parents.
• The company came under fire for its environmental record.

To have to deal with a problem, difficulty or opposition.

• We came up against unexpected problems during the project.
• The plan came up against strong opposition from the community.

The process of comparing your company's products, services, or processes with those of competitors to improve performance.

• We use competitor benchmarking to improve our services.
• Competitor benchmarking helps identify best practices.

A large city where there are many tall buildings and few trees, often seen as unpleasant or overwhelming.

• He felt lost in the concrete jungle.
• They moved from the concrete jungle to the countryside.

To feel a close relationship with nature and the environment.

• Spending time outdoors helps you connect with nature.
• Many people seek ways to connect with nature in the city.