Phrase guide

where I come from

phrase · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

Used to indicate that a certain expression, custom, etc. is characteristic of the speaker's place of origin.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: literal

Examples

  • It might look odd to you, but that's how they do it where I come from.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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phrase

Meaning 2

Used to indicate that a certain conclusion should be obvious.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: humorous

Examples

  • Where I come from, 52% is a majority.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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