Come to this Meaning in English
expression
Definition
Used to express surprise, disappointment, or regret that a situation has become so serious or unfortunate; means things have reached this point, often unexpectedly or undesirably.
Usage & Nuances
This expression is often used in negative or emotional situations, sometimes after a string of bad events. It can sound dramatic or disappointed. Frequently appears in the form 'I never thought it would come to this.' Usually used for problems, not progress.
Example Sentences
How did it come to this?
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I never thought things would come to this.
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Nobody wanted it to come to this.
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It’s sad that our friendship had to come to this.
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If only we had talked earlier, maybe it wouldn’t have come to this.
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So this is what it’s come to this—us fighting over nothing.
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