comes, came, come, coming
to come in
phrasal verbE
To play a role or be involved in a situation
- 1This is where you come in.
- 2He comes in when we need advice.
This means to be part of something or to help with something. For example, when there is a problem, and someone helps to fix it, they are included or take part in solving it. It is about being involved or having a job in what is happening.
People often say "That's where you come in" when they want someone to start helping or doing their part in a plan or task.
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at the theme park
Planning the Event
Paul
We need someone to organize the team activities.
Kimberly
That's where I come in. I can handle the scheduling and coordination.
Paul
Great! That will make everything run smoothly.
Kimberly
Exactly, and everyone will have a fantastic time.
at a municipal office
Organizing the Community Fair
Steven
We need to finalize the schedule for the community fair.
Mark
That's where the local businesses come in.
Steven
Right, they can sponsor different activities.
Mark
Exactly, and it helps us cover the costs.
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Similar to "to come in":
- 1be involved
- 2participate
to come in meanings: