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come_again

come again

English

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come again

  1. (idiomatic, informal) Could you repeat that? Repeat that please. a polite formula used when one has not heard or understood what has been said
    • 1955, Rex Stout, "When a Man Murders...", in Three Witnesses, October 1994 Bantam edition, ISBN 0553249592, page 120:
      "Who says he did?" / "Aubry." / "Yeah? A guy in for murder? Come again." / "Glad to. Beebe says so too."
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Etymology 2

An ellipsis of "Please come back for another visit"

Verb

come again

  1. (idiomatic) Used as a polite farewell to a visitor, inviting a return visit.
Usage notes
  • Often used in retail stores and service establishments, especially in hotels and restaurants
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