comes across

Example Sentences

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Though piano, synthesizer and what seems to be a reed instrument are audible, it comes across as something created spontaneously with toys and noise-making devices discovered in a room.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

To backpedal for a moment: While even the most well-intentioned president can’t fix everything that comes across his desk, this one apparently spotted a problem beneath his that he could do something about.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

Parsons comes across as a hyperintelligent, mature soul, one who happens to be doing press for a potential summer blockbuster.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

And indeed, everyone here comes across as a character.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

But with Ma, a person who can't walk, it comes across as a hurry up, which is rude.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds