comings and goings
noun
: the activity of people arriving at and leaving a place
He sat in the café watching the comings and goings of the customers.
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But despite his nonchalant vibe, Poulter is completely locked in, never distracted by the frequent comings and goings around us.
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Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Eventually, Patricia set out a guest book simply to keep track of comings and goings.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 1 Apr. 2025
Many comings and goings this season The backdrop of the Kings’ season offers notable context.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Based on how things go, there will undoubtedly be more comings and goings during the next transfer portal window from April 16-25.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2025
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Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Eventually, Patricia set out a guest book simply to keep track of comings and goings.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 1 Apr. 2025
Many comings and goings this season The backdrop of the Kings’ season offers notable context.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Based on how things go, there will undoubtedly be more comings and goings during the next transfer portal window from April 16-25.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for comings and goings
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“Comings and goings.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comings%20and%20goings. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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