as (something) as they come

Said of someone or something that displays a trait or characteristic to the utmost degree. Bryce is as talented as they come. Once you see him on stage, you'll agree. These strawberries are as fresh as they come. They were literally just picked!

as — as they come

used to describe someone or something that is a supreme example of the quality specified.

1991 Daily Telegraph The petrol-engined V-8 was as silky as they come.

as ˌclever, ˌstupid, etc. as they ˈcome

very clever, stupid, etc: He’s just about as mean as they come. He wouldn’t even lend me a couple of dollars!

See also: come

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