Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

come-to-think-of-it

idiom
/kʌm tu θɪŋk əv ɪt/
Definition
Used to introduce a thought that has just occurred to someone, often revealing a connection or realization.
Examples
  • Come to think of it, I haven’t seen her in a while.
  • That reminds me, come to think of it, have you finished that project we discussed?
Meaning
The phrase is often used when reflecting on something that might be relevant to a current discussion or situation, indicating that a new idea has just come to mind related to what was previously mentioned.
Synonyms
  • Now that I think about it
  • On second thought
  • Actually