The phrasal verb "come by" means to find or get something. It is used when obtaining or acquiring something, often with some effort.
Phrasal Verb: "come by" significa encontrar o conseguir algo. Se usa cuando se obtiene o se adquiere algo, a menudo con cierto esfuerzo.
| Phrasal Verb | come by |
|---|---|
| Definition | to find or get |
| Examples | - Where did you come by that old vase? - On holiday in Rome. - If you take enough trouble on the internet, it's possible to come by some real bargains. |
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