In many cultures, proverbs often come in pairs to emphasize contrasting ideas.

Despite the scandal, the CEO managed to come out smelling of roses.

Despite the controversy, the company managed to come up smelling of roses after settling the lawsuit.

If the dice come up snake eyes, we'll lose the match.

She said she would wait till the cow come home, even if it took years.

When the power went out and the pipes burst the same night, I couldn't help but think that misfortunes never come alone.

When competing with a corporate giant, remember: the bigger they come, the harder they fall.

I don't think he could have forgotten the meeting — he's not the sort to come down in the last shower.

Tickets to the workshop will be limited, so registration will be first come, first served.

You can argue about which movie is better until the cows come home, but it won't change my mind.