What does come what may mean?

The phrase come what may means “no matter what” or “under any circumstances.” It is used to emphasize firm commitment, the necessity of a particular course of action, or the stability of a situation.

 

Come what may in a sentence examples
We shall ensure that the bridge is repaired by tomorrow, sir, come what may.

However, the king insisted that he would, come what may, leave the following morning.

She knows that her parents will always support her, come what may

 

You can use might or may interchangeably in many contexts, but not in the phrase “come what may.”

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