JAMB - English Language (2002 - No. 64)
Fill each gap with the most appropriate option from the lists provided.
Despite all preparations, the wedding did not ....... ?
Despite all preparations, the wedding did not ....... ?
come along
come off
come on
come up
Erläuterung
The phrase "come off" means to happen as planned or to succeed. So, when we say:
"Despite all preparations, the wedding did not come off."
It means that the wedding did not happen or was unsuccessful, despite all the preparations.