come to mention it en · X
Pronunciation
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Etymology
An ellipsis of "now that you come to mention it".
Meanings
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(idiomatic) What you just said reminds me of something; Used to justify a change of subject or a kind of statement that needs some kind of license.
"Did you see that hat he was wearing?" / "Come to mention it, he always wears funny clothes."
"What do you think of the banking reforms?" / "Come to mention it, I've got to get to the bank before it closes today.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| now you mention it | alternative | lexicographic |