Phrase guide

take something as it comes

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To accept and deal with something (an event, etc.) as it occurs, with a composed state of mind.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • take life as it comes

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: ottaa asiat sellaisina kuin ne tulevat — take things as they come
  • French: prendre les choses comme elles viennent — take things as they come
  • German: etwas nehmen, wie es kommt — take things as they come
  • Spanish: tomárselo a medida que viene — take things as they come