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on the come up 

A phrase used to express glee when an fortunate event occurs that allows the individual to get something or "come up" on something for nothing. In lamest terms, getting something for nothing.
I saw that basketball player leave his locker open. I'm gonna get some new shoes on the come up.

We're gonna see Batman cheap during the matinee and watch three other movies that day on the come up.
on the come up by Savage3 July 4, 2008

Creeping up on the come up

To work yourself into the proximity of your desired subject with the sole purpose of shamelessly hitting on them. Said subject is usually aware of your stalking and may be seen rolling her eyes and muttering, Lord, he is creeping up on the come up AGAIN!'
Ok, ladies, stick together. Keep an eye out for nerdlingers trying to creep up on the come up!

When they first met, he thought she was just creeping up on the come up but as it turned out she wasn't skeevy like that at all.

come up through the ranks 

Fig. to rise to a position of leadership by working up through the sequence of lower positions.
I come up through the ranks to become a corporate executive. The general came up through the ranks. There is no other way to become a general.

Consider the emotions of your lover and ensure you meet the professional challenges today. Minor financial issues may come up but your health is good. 

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Consider the emotions of your lover and ensure you meet the professional challenges today. Minor financial issues may come up but your health is good.

consider the emotions of your lover and ensure you meet the professional challenges today. Minor financial issues may come up but your health is good. 

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Consider the emotions of your lover and ensure you meet the professional challenges today. Minor financial issues may come up but your health is good.

consider the emotions of your lover and ensure you meet the professional challenges today. Minor financial issues may come up but your health is good. 

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consider the emotions of your lover and ensure you meet the professional challenges today. Minor financial issues may come up but your health is good.