come across

Example Sentences

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As a result, he injected levity into a role that could have come across as purely unsympathetic.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Quinn said: "The Ferry Bridge and surrounding area is very busy and well used by walkers, families, and anglers, it's not something anyone should have to come across."

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Consumers in the bloc were very likely to come across illegal items on the Chinese e-commerce group’s platform, officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

What a wild way to come across this piece of information.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

When I saw Robert come across the lawn I knew it was the telephone and I felt physically sick.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier