come together
phrasal verb·2 senses·particle together
Meanings
Combine or be assembled to form something whole
Why “together”? Separate pieces join to form one organised whole.
“The plan is coming together.”
“The garden came together once we added the trees and benches.”
Unite to help or achieve a shared goal
Why “together”? A group stays connected or cooperates as one unit.
“The neighbours came together to repair the playground.”
“Both sides came together to find a solution.”
Don't confuse with
Come together means combine or be assembled to form something whole. Come across means find or meet someone or something by chance.
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come across
A contrast learners often mix up
Find or meet someone or something by chance; Give a particular impression to others; Be expressed clearly enough for people to notice or understand
get together
Same together pattern: joining
Meet socially; Collect or organize things; Regain control of yourself
go together
Same together pattern: together
(of two things) match or look good as a pair
hold together
Same together pattern: together
Stay calm when things are difficult; Stay united, especially during difficulty; Stay joined, or keep separate parts joined
piece together
Same together pattern: joining
Understand a story or situation by combining small clues
pull together
Same together pattern: together
Work together as a group to achieve something; Calm down and regain self-control
put together
Same together pattern: joining
Assemble or organize; Combine things to form a whole
stick together
Same together pattern: together
Stay close and support each other
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