Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
come-down-to
phrasal verb
/kʌm daʊn tuː/
Definition
to eventually reach or be reduced to a particular situation or condition, often indicating a conclusion or essence.
Examples
- It all comes down to how much effort you’re willing to put in.
- The decision comes down to whether we can afford it or not.
- When it comes down to it, friendship matters more than money.
Meaning
The phrase ‘come down to’ suggests that after considering various factors or details, the main point or result is what is left or derived.
Synonyms
- boil down to
- reduce to
- come to
