Amanda & Daisy: A Friend in Need?
Episode 2: Amanda's Confession

Amanda: Well actually, something came up. I don't think I can make the party.




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COME UP

Meaning: If something comes up, it means that something happens, occurs or appears. It is often something that has to be dealt with straight away.

Grammar: This phrasal verb does not usually have an object. You cannot separate the verb from its particle.

Some problems came up

Example sentence: I was going to apply for the job in Paris, but a better opportunity came up in my own company.

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Synonyms: arise, occur, happen, appear, take place, crop up, transpire (formal)________________________________________________________________