came across

Example Sentences

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McClain wasn’t a big talker, but came across as confident and knowledgeable about livestock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

In April, a mother spoke of her horror after her son came across a number of dead lambs while out litter picking near the village of Cappagh.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

That’s where she came across the dead bighorn ram.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

So Putin came across as a virtual teetotaller.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

They bought Mickey ears and every Star Wars-themed item they came across, including creating their own droids.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty