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'come across' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'come across' with 17 example sentences.


come across verb

: find unexpectedly

: be perceived in a certain way; make a certain impression

: come together

: communicate the intended meaning or impression

: be received or understood


  • He came across a wolf.
  • We often come across Japanese tourists in this area.
  • I have never come across such a stubborn person.
  • I didn't want to come across as too forward.
  • He came across this old coin in an antique shop.
  • I've never come across such a strange case.
  • She came across Jack yesterday.
  • On my way home, I came across an old friend.
  • Let me know if you come across the magazine.
  • A good idea came across my mind.
  • Emily came across an old toy.
  • He came across some old documents in the closet.
  • We came across by accident.
  • Have your ever come across an animal like this?
  • Your meaning didn't come across clearly.
  • I came across a dog while returning home.
  • I came across your brother on the street.
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