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Meaning of come up from behind | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To surprisingly succeed despite long odds; to stealthily or unobtrusively rise up from a low-status position.

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

come up roses come up short come up to come up with come up with snake eyes come up with the goods

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