Meaning of the word "came across" in English
What does "came across" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
came across
US /keɪm əˈkrɔs/
UK /keɪm əˈkrɒs/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to find something or someone by chance
Example:
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I came across an old photo of my grandparents while cleaning the attic.
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He came across a rare book in the antique shop.
2.
to be understood or perceived in a particular way
Example:
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He came across as very confident during the interview.
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Her message didn't come across clearly.
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