come forward

verb

1. to offer one's services; volunteer
2. to present oneself

Idioms and Phrases

Present oneself, offer one's services, as in The boss asked for more help, but no one was inclined to come forward . [Early 1800s]

Example Sentences

On Thursday, Ms Bloom also told Newsnight she has another client who is preparing to come forward with allegations relating to parties thrown by Mr Combs, which were dubbed "freak-offs".

From BBC

A spokesperson said no individual or organisation had come forward to offer any financial support towards refurbishing the building.

From BBC

But, she insisted, she never felt anything inappropriate about their relationship and was more concerned McCarthy would be misunderstood by the wider public if she came forward.

From Los Angeles Times

Hegseth’s attorney admitted last weekend that the Fox News host paid the accuser off in 2020, fearing his gig at the network was on the line if she came forward.

From Salon

But Dame Jasvinder believes there are others who have not yet come forward.

From BBC