come true
Idioms-
Happen as predicted, be realized or fulfilled, as in Her marriage is my fondest dream come true. [Early 1800s]
Example Sentences
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The 1960s were full of optimism about what the 21st century would bring, and some of it actually has come true.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
"It was a dream come true to be able to measure water under such low temperature condition without freezing," says Iason Andronis, PhD student in Chemical Physics at Stockholm University.
From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026
"It was a dream come true to do the stage," the singer reflected.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
And testimonials from former patients told stories of dreams come true after years of trying for a child.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026
Alex hoped he could make his promise come true.
From "Eleven" by Tom Rogers
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