come on strong

Definitions

1. 1

   To approach with a lot of energy.

   • Most grass racing places a premium on the ability of better horses to save ground on the turns, cut the corner into the home stretch and come on strong at the end.
   • People who don't come on strong aren't listened to. If you compromise, you won't get what you want. People won't take you seriously, or think you are a real man (or woman) unless you are tough.
   • A century later, riches from the New World began to improve the city's outlook and by the 19th century Santander had come on strong as an innovator in the Spanish banking industry, a role it still holds in the 21st century.
2. 2

   To be very eager, to want something (too) much, especially a romantic or sexual partner.

   • You don't have to come on strong at first. Don't say things like, “I could totally see us married a year from now.” But let that person know you're ready for a relationship. See where she is. Talk.
   • I don't have to come on strong, or remind him that I am a good catch.

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