came across
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When I signed as an apprentice in 1969, I brought my mum and dad over and right away he came across and spoke to them.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Shortly after, he came across a clip on social media of Carson Olshansky, a New York-based trans comic, roasting.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
At the time, watching these videos didn’t elicit nausea or repulsion in Jemima—they came across as amusing.
From Slate • May 12, 2026
He even came across more humane jailers who said they were "sorry" about what was happening and that one day "Russia will apologise".
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
So when she came across a small iceberg drifting toward the station, she latched on to the bottom and let the current carry her, hidden from view.
From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown
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