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Noun come-uppance has 1 sense
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Definitions from the Webcome-uppanceDefinition:Come-uppance refers to a deserved punishment or just retribution for someone's wrongdoings or misbehavior. Parts of Speech:
Senses:1. Noun: A deserved punishment or just retribution. Usages:1. Noun: After years of deceiving others, the cunning con artist finally met his come-uppance and was sentenced to a lengthy prison term. 2. Noun: The dishonest politician's come-uppance came in the form of losing the election and the trust of the people. 3. Noun: The arrogant and rude customer received his come-uppance from the store manager who banned him from ever entering the premises again. Related Products: | ||||
comden come-again come-around come-at-able come-from-behind come-hither come-on come-up come-uppance come come come a long way come about come across come after come alive come along
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