come from behind
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To be in a winning position after having been in a losing position.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Chelsea kept their faint Premier League title hopes alive and damaged Manchester United's own ambitions as they came from behind to beat the leaders at Stamford Bridge.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “come from behind” mean?
To be in a winning position after having been in a losing position.
Is “come from behind” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.